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The breadfruit was originally grown in South Seas – being a native of Polynesia. It was brought to Jamaica in 1793 by English sea captain William Bligh to ease the effects of a drought on the island.

The breadfruit tree bears in great abundance, usually producing two crops a year. The breadfruit is a large green fruit, usually about 10 inches in diameter, with a pebbly green skin and potato-like flesh. It is eaten either boiled (in soups) or roasted. To obtain a delicious smoky flavor, roast the breadfruit over glowing characoal, or under a hot grill.