Papaya bread

Directions

1. Slice the papaya and de-seed with a spoon.

2. Peel the fruit then mash until pureed.

3. Cream together the butter and sugar in bowl until fluffy.

4. Lightly beat the eggs together then slowly incorporate into the butter mixture.

5. Stir in 250g of papaya puree then add the flour, allspice, cinnamon, salt and baking soda.

6. Mix thoroughly then stir-in the raisins and nuts (if using).

7. Tip into a cake or bread tin, smooth the top then bake in an oven pre-heated to 170°C for about 1 hour, or until knife inserted in centre comes out clean.

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