Kauri Coast Kumara Bread

1 cup dark sugar
1/2 cup white sugar
1 cup mashed cooked kumara
1/2 cup salad oil
2 eggs
2 cups sifted flour
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp ginger
1 cup raisins
1/4 cup water

Preparation Instructions

 Combine the sugars, kumara, oil and unbeaten eggs and beat well. Sift flour, soda, salt and spices. Add to kumara mixture and blend well. Stir in raisins, nuts and water. Put into a well oiled 9x5x3 inch loaf pan.

Cooking Instructions

 Bake at 180 degrees Celsius for 1 to 1 1/4 hours or until it springs back when pressed.