Bermudian Pawpaw Casserole Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ripe pawpaw (papaya), peeled, seeded, and cubed
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 3 large eggs
• 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup sharp white cheddar cheese, grated
• 1/2 cup fresh breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup golden raisins
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
• 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely sliced
• 1 tbsp dark rum
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 lemon, zested