Roasted Plantain with Vanilla Beet Syrup

1. 1

   Bring beet juice to a simmer with the 1/2 vanilla bean in a small saucepot over medium heat.

2. 2

   Reduce juice, skimming constantly, to a syrup.

3. 3

   Scrape the seeds from the vanilla bean into the syrup and discard the pod.

4. 4

   Place each plantain slice, cut side-up, on a cookie sheet and roast in a preheated 400-degree oven for 3 to 4 minutes, or until heated through.

5. 5

   Remove from the oven and turn the broiler on with the rack 4-inches from the broiling element.

6. 6

   Evenly sprinkle the cane sugar over each 1/2 plantain, then place under the broiler and broil until the sugar caramelizes.

7. 7

   Transfer each plantain to the center of each of 4 warmed plates.

8. 8

   Nestle a scoop of sorbet against each plantain and drizzle with the vanilla beet sauce over both.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.