Natilla

Ingredients

 * 1 quart milk
 * 1 1/2 cups cornstarch
 * 3/4 lb. (1 1/2 cups) brown sugar
 * 4 or 5 cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon to taste
 * 1 small coconut, shredded

Directions

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