Ingredients

  • 2 lbs sweet potatoes, grated
  • 1/4 lb yam, grated
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/4 lb raisins
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 6 ounces evaporated milk (half tin)
  • 5 cups coconut milk (2 coconuts)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup sherry wine
  • 1/4 cup rum
  • 1 ounce butter (melted)

Method

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350°F
  • 2. Mix grated potato, yam, flour, raisins and baking powder.
  • 3. Mix evaporated milk, coconut milk, sugar, vanilla, nutmeg, salt, sherry, rum and butter.
  • 4. Pour milk mixture into potato mixture and beat until smooth.
  • 5. Pour into a greased 9-inch pan.
  • 6. Rest mixture about half hour.
  • 7. Bake at 350°F about 1 to 1 1/2 hours until centre is set.