Bananas Foster
Recipe from
Vegetarian Times
This classic Southern dessert with its flaming presentation makes a dramatic finale for any meal.
Servings:
Serves 8
Ingredients
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4firm, ripe bananas, peeledsee savings
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4 ouncesunsalted buttersee savings
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1/4 cupbrown sugarsee savings
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1/4 cupbanana liqueur or 1 tablespoon vanilla extractsee savings
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1/2 cupbrandy or bourbonsee savings
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1 pintvanilla ice creamsee savings
Directions
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Cut bananas in quarters by slicing in half lengthwise and then crosswise. Set aside. Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar. As it melts, add bananas, and turn to coat in sugar.
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Cook 5 to 7 minutes. Add liqueur, and remove skillet from heat. Add brandy, and return to heat. When warm, flame brandy by igniting with a long match; it will burn about 30 seconds. Bring to table while flaming. Serve with vanilla ice cream on the side.
Nutrition information
Per serving: Calories 290, Total Fat 15 g, Saturated Fat 9 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 30 mg, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 2 g, Sugars 24 g
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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