Monday, May 31, 2010

Cassava Pone A Bajan Treat



Just ask any Bajan about pone and you are sure to be regaled with a childhood memory.  Pone is a sweet treat, it is not a pudding, not a cake, but something somewhere in between. Pones are usually made from root vegetables. You can also make them with carrots, sweet potatoes and  pumpkin. In Barbados the traditional pone is the Cassava Pone and is enjoyed by the young and old alike.



Cassava Pone


Makes 6 servings

INGREDIENTS:
1 ¼ cups brown sugar

1 lb. raw cassava grated

1 cup milk

½ tsp. nutmeg or mace

½ pack dried coconut flakes

2 cups hot water

1 cup coconut milk

2 tbsp. melted butter

1/2 cup raisins (optional)

1/2 tsp. salt

1 tsp, ginger

1 tsp. cinnamon

1 tsp. vanilla



METHOD:

1. Combine cassava with milk, sugar and spices and mix well.

2. Add raisins (if using), coconut, hot water and melted butter.

3. Mix briskly and taste for sweetness desired.

4. Add more sugar if necessary, pour into greased Pyrex dish. (This time around I used a non-stick baking pan. As it was black I lowered the temperature from 375 to 350 F.)



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Sunday, May 30, 2010

92 miles of Barbados coastline to inspire and awaken

Barbados has just over 92 miles of coastline that is greatly diverse. Each mile possess its own style of beauty and can inspire and awaken the creativity in us all. The poet, the painter and the sculptor. None can be left untouched by the great beauty these 92 miles will lavishly display before you.


  




































































































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