Bananas Flambeed with Calvados

1. 1

   Remove the zest from half an orange with a potato peeler and mince the zest.

2. 2

   Squeeze the juice from both oranges' you should have about 1/2 cup.

3. 3

   Peel the bananas and halve lengthwise.

4. 4

   Melt 3 tbsp of the butter in a large nonstick frying pan over medium-high heat.

5. 5

   Add the banana and cook until lightly browned on both sides.

6. 6

   Transfer to a plate, cover, and keep warm.

7. 7

   Add the remaining 1 tbsp butter to the pan and melt.

8. 8

   Sprinkle in the sugar and cook, stirring occasionally.

9. 9

   Add the orange juice and zest and lime juice, bring to a boil, and cook until thickened, about 23 minutes.

10. 10

    Add the Calvados.

11. 11

    Light with a long-handled match and cook until the flames burn out.

12. 12

    Return the bananas to the pan and turn gently in the sauce to reheat.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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