Divide the soft licorice roots in half
Mix licorice roots, milk, rice, vanilla and sugar in a pot with a lid on
Boil the porridge
When the porridge boils, set it on half heat and continue to cook for about 45 minutes until it has thickened - stir in the porridge every 5-10 minutes
Cools the porridge in the fridge until the next day
Put the almonds in another pot and fill it with water
Boil the almonds until the brown shell has become soft (5-10 min)
Pour almonds and water into a strainer in the sink and let the almonds cool down
Blanch the almonds when they do not burn your fingers
Finely chop the almonds - remember to leave an almond whole for the almond gift
Save the almonds for the next day
