Bolo di Banana (Plantain Pudding)

Directions

Peal and cut in half lengthwise:

• 5 very ripe plantains

Melt in a heavy skillet:

• 1/3 cup of butter

Fry the plantains until golden brown and remove from the skillet.

Stir into the drippings until the sugar is dissolved:

• 2 1/2 cups of brown sugar
• 2 Tbs. water

Remove from the heat.

Mash the plantains well, adding the brown sugar mixture.

Grate and add to the plantains:

• 1/2 lb. sharp yellow cheese

Preheat oven to 350°F,Stir in:

• 1/2 cup cracker crumbs
• 2 tsp. cinnamon
• 1 1/2 tsp. all spice
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup dry sherry

Mix the ingredients well and pour into a well buttered casserole.

Bake for about 40 minutes.

Do not permit the pudding to become dry.