1. Put the milk to boil with 1 cup sugar.

2. Bring to boil and further boil for 7-8 minutes.

3. Meanwhile put remaining sugar in a heavy saucepan.

4. Heat on high stirring continuously, till brown like caramel.

5. Add water and stir well till boil is resumed.

6. Add to the boiling milk and stir well.

7. Boil for a further 5-7 minutes.

8. Cool till warm. Add curds and stir.

9. Either pour into individual cups or a single vessel.

10. Cover with lids or lid.

11. Keep in a warm, dark, dry place (eg. a kitchen cupboard) till set.

Shelflife: 1-2 days refrigerated