1 lb. raw sweet potatoes grated
1 c. milk
1 c. coconut cream (available in supermarket Tropical Sections canned or packaged)
1 1/4 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. nutmeg or mace
1/2 c. raisins, optional
1 pack dried coconut flakes
2 c. hot water
2 tbsp. melted butter

Combine grated sweet potato with milk, cream, sugar, and spices and mix well. Add raisins, coconut, hot water, and melted butter. Mix briskly and taste for sweetness desired. Add more sugar if necessary. Pour into greased Pyrex dish and bake at 375 degrees for approximately 1 hour. Serves 6.