TROPICAL BANANA COMPOTE

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Don't limit your use of bananas to the cereal bowl. Instead, send your taste buds on a "trip" to the tropics with this special speedy dessert. Bananas are available in every season...so this is bound to become a favorite all year-round.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3 medium firm bananas
1/4 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons sweetened shredded coconut, toasted
Maraschino cherries or strawberries, optional

Steps:

Cut bananas in half lengthwise, then cut widthwise into quarters. Arrange in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. , In a saucepan, combine orange juice, butter and brown sugar; cook and stir until sugar is dissolved and butter is melted. Pour over the bananas. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-12 minutes. Spoon into individual serving dishes; sprinkle with coconut. Garnish with cherries or strawberries if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192 calories, Fat 7g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 70mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.