Natilla

Ingredients

 * 1 quart milk
 * 1½ cups cornstarch
 * ¾ lb (1½ cups) brown sugar
 * 4 or 5 cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon to taste
 * 1 small coconut, shredded

Directions

 * 1) Disolve the cornstarch in the milk.
 * 2) Add the brown sugar.
 * 3) Cook over low heat, stirring constantly.
 * 4) When the sugar is melted and begins to thicken, add the cinnamon and coconut.
 * 5) When the natilla is very thick, pour onto a large serving dish.