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Cocada Coconut Custard

I haven't had the chance to try this yet. i wanted to post it here for safekeeping. i'm hoping it is the coconut custard recipe that i have been searching for.

Steps

In uncovered 2-quart saucepan simmer sugar , water and cinnamon for 10 minutes.
Strain.
Discard cinnamon pieces.
Add coconut.
Cook , uncovered , about 5 minutes or until syrup is nearly absorbed , stirring frequently.
Stir in 2 1 / 2 cups of the milk.
Cook until mixture is hot.
In bowl beat eggs with remaining 1 / 2 cup milk.
Stir about 1 cup of the hot mixture into egg mixture.
Return to saucepan.
Cook and stir until mixture thickens slightly but does not boil.
Stir in vanilla.
Pour into a 1-1 / 2 quart bowl or individual serving dishes.
Chill.
Top with whipped cream and garnish with almonds , if desired.

Ingredients

sugar, water, cinnamon sticks, flaked coconut, milk, eggs, vanilla, whipping cream, toasted sliced almonds