Instructions

  1. Cut sweet potatoes in half, wrap in microwave-safe paper and cook on high power about 20 minutes; 1/4 turn every 5 minutes.
  2. Remove skin and mash in a large mixing bowl; discard skins.
  3. Preheat oven, 350 degrees F (180C or gas mark 4).
  4. To mashed sweet potatoes, add sugar gradually, mixing all the while.
  5. Add 2 whole eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  6. Mix in butter with a fork.
  7. Add milk, blend well.
  8. Mix in grated rind of lime and fresh lime juice.
  9. Add rum, and mix well.
  10. Sift together salt, baking powder and cinnamon; add sifted ingredients and mix well.
  11. Mix in raisins.
  12. Pour this mixture into a large greased pan or casserole dish and place in preheated oven.
  13. Bake for about 50 minutes, or until done.