Ingredients for Bananas Foster
- 4 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced lengthwise into quarters
- Unsalted Butter
- Light Brown Sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup banana liqueur (optional)
- Golden Rum
- Vanilla Ice Cream
How to Make Bananas Foster
- Peel the bananas and slice each lengthwise into quarters.
- In a large skillet (oven-safe preferred), melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sugar and cinnamon. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to caramelize (about 2-3 minutes).
- If using, stir in the banana liqueur and cook for another minute, until bubbly.
- Add the bananas to the skillet. Cook, turning occasionally, for 2-3 minutes, until the bananas are softened and slightly browned.
- In a small saucepan, gently heat the rum over low heat. **Caution: Do not heat the rum over high heat.**
- Carefully and slowly pour the warm rum into the skillet with the bananas. Using a long fireplace match or kitchen torch, carefully ignite the rum. (**Adult supervision required**)
- Allow the flames to die down naturally, swirling the pan gently to encourage even cooking and to extend the flaming. The alcohol will burn off quickly.
- Remove from heat immediately once the flames subside.
- Serve the Bananas Foster immediately over scoops of vanilla ice cream.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
300g
Fat
49g
Carbs
29g
