Vegan Bananas Foster

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350F.

2. 2

   Spread coconut on small baking sheet, and toast in oven 5 to 7 minutes, or until light brown and fragrant, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.

3. 3

   Set aside.

4. 4

   Combine 1 Tbs.

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   margarine, brown sugar, and 2 Tbs.

6. 6

   water in small saucepan, and bring to a boil over high heat.

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   Reduce heat to medium, and simmer 3 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove from heat; stir in rum.

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   Return to heat; cook 1 minute.

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    Keep hot.

11. 11

    Heat remaining 1 Tbs.

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    margarine in large skillet over medium-high heat.

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    Add banana halves, cut-side down, and cook 3 to 4 minutes, or until browned.

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    Carefully transfer to 2 serving plates.

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    To serve: Top banana halves with ice cream, and drizzle with rum sauce.

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    Sprinkle with toasted coconut.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.