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Bananas Foster

A decadent and classic dessert featuring bananas sautéed in a rich caramel sauce with rum and cinnamon, served over vanilla ice cream.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 120 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 large bananas ripe but firm, peeled and halved lengthwise
  • 0.5 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 0.5 cup dark rum
  • 0.25 cup banana liqueur
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pint vanilla ice cream

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cinnamon until the sugar is dissolved.
  • Add the bananas to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes per side, until lightly golden.
  • Carefully pour in the dark rum and banana liqueur. If desired, ignite the alcohol with a long match or lighter. Let it flame for about 30 seconds, shaking the skillet gently. (Be cautious when flaming).
  • Continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes, spooning the sauce over the bananas, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
  • Serve the bananas foster immediately over scoops of vanilla ice cream.

Notes

For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and banana liqueur and use a bit more banana extract or a simple syrup. Ensure good ventilation if flaming.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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