Tooloom (Trinidadian Molasses And Coconut Sweetmeat)

By Daisann McLane

Total Time: 45 minutes
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Ingredients

Yield:Two dozen balls

1cup dark molasses
½cup sugar
½teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2cups freshly grated coconut
2tablespoons of shortening or butter

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Preparation

Step 1
Heat the molasses in a heavy saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the sugar, and cook, stirring constantly, until it is dissolved, about 2 minutes.
Step 2
Stir in the nutmeg and coconut and continue stirring until the mixture is stiff and the coconut is cooked through, about 20 to 25 minutes.
Step 3
Remove from the heat. Form into 1½-inch balls on a baking sheet lined with wax paper or aluminum foil that has been heavily greased with the shortening or butter. Allow to cool.

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