Bananas Foster

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1/4 cup dark rum
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (additional)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 4 ripe bananas, sliced
• Vanilla ice cream for serving

Steps

1. 1 In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat.
2. 2 Stir in brown sugar and white sugar until dissolved.
3. 3 Add sliced bananas and cook for 2 minutes each side until caramelized.
4. 4 Carefully pour in rum and ignite with a long match or lighter (optional). Let the flame burn out safely.
5. 5 In a separate saucepan, melt additional 1/2 cup butter and whisk in heavy cream until smooth.
6. 6 Serve bananas warm over vanilla ice cream and drizzle with the butter sauce.
7. 7 Ensure rum is handled responsibly and away from direct heat sources before ignition.

Nutrition

Tips

• Use very ripe bananas for the best sweetness and texture.
• If you skip the flambe, simply heat the rum in the pan for 1 minute to cook off the alcohol.
• Keep a lid nearby when flambeing to smother any large flames quickly.
• For a booze-free version, substitute rum with an extra splash of vanilla extract.
• Serve immediately for the best experience!

Storage

Best served fresh. Any leftover sauce can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and gently reheated.

Serving Suggestions

• Pair with a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream.
• Serve with a side of warm, toasted brioche.
• Add a sprinkle of chopped pecans for crunch.
• Drizzle with chocolate sauce for extra decadence.

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