ROASTED BANANAS WITH MACADAMIA NUTS AND CARAMEL SAUCE

Roasted Bananas with Macadamia Nuts and Caramel Sauce image

Yield makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 to 2 tablespoons dark rum
4 firm but ripe bananas
1/4 cup chopped, toasted macadamia nuts (see Note)

Steps:

Position the oven racks so that they are evenly spaced with one rack in the center. Preheat the oven to convection roast at 475°F.
For the caramel sauce, bring the sugar and cream to a boil in a heavy saucepan. Boil for 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from the heat and stir in the rum.
Arrange the bananas in a buttered, shallow baking dish. Pour the caramel sauce over them and turn to coat. Roast in the center of the oven for 6 to 10 minutes, until heated through. Sprinkle with the nuts. Spoon the caramel sauce over each serving.