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Bananas Foster

flambed bananas in buttery brown sugar rum sauce on vanilla ice cream
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 4 people

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 3 bananas peeled and halved lengthwise then crosswise
  • 3 tbsp dark rum
  • salt
  • vanilla ice cream
  • 4 waffle cone bowls

Instructions
 

  • Heat butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a skillet over medium heat, whisking constantly until it is well combined.
  • Add the vanilla and whisk. Then add the bananas cut side down, shaking the pan occasionally as they cook, until they are lightly browned 30-60 seconds.
  • Turn the over and sprinkle with a little kosher salt and allow to brown for another 30-60 seconds.
  • Remove from heat. Drizzle the rum over the top. Using a lighter, carefully light the rum and allow the bananas to flame until the fire goes out.
  • Place a scoop of ice cream in the waffle cone bowl or a regular bowl, top with the bananas and sauce, and serve.
Keyword Dessert
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