Trinidad & Tobago Coconut Bake

Ingredients:

2 cups of flour

2/3 cup of water

3/4 teaspoon of salt

2 tablespoons of sugar

3/4 cup of coconut, grated

2 teaspoons of baking powder

1 once of butter or margarine

Cooking Instructions:

In a bowl sift together the flour, salt and baking powder. Rub in the margarine with the butter, then stir in the sugar and grated coconut. Add water, and mix into a firm dough. Next turn the dough out on to a floured board, knead lightly, shape into a ball and leave covered for 15 to 20 minutes. Press in the center and using a rolling pin, roll into a circular shape about -3/4" thick. Preheat the oven to 350 F. Use a fork or knife marks to decorate the dough. Put on a flat, greased baking sheet and bake for 20 to 30 minutes until brown. Remove from the oven and cut into desired shape 2 to 3 inches wide. Serve hot, then arranged on a flat dish.

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