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Bananas Foster à la Nouvelle-Orléans

Prep 10 minutes | Cook 15 minutes | Advanced | Serves 2 | New Orleans

Indulge in the sweet, sultry flavors of New Orleans with this elegant twist on a classic dessert. Bananas Foster is a celebration of warm caramelized bananas, kissed by rum, and served over velvety vanilla ice cream—a true comfort that envelops you in cozy bliss.

What you have

• 2 ripe bananas
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup dark rum

Method

1. Step 1: Peel the bananas and slice them lengthwise in half. Set aside.
2. Step 2: In a medium skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the brown sugar and stir until it dissolves, forming a smooth caramel.
3. Step 3: Add the sliced bananas to the skillet and cook for about 2 minutes on each side, until they start to caramelize and soften.
4. Step 4: Carefully pour the rum over the bananas and ignite with a long lighter to flambé (optional). Allow the flames to subside as the alcohol cooks off, about 30 seconds.
5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in the cinnamon. Serve immediately over scoops of vanilla ice cream.

Serving suggestion

A small bowl of toasted pecans for added crunch and flavor.

Pair with a classic Hurricane cocktail for a full New Orleans experience.