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Fresh Bananas with Raisin-Walnut Sauce

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Ingredients And Procedures

2 Tbsp. butter

1 Tbsp. lemon juice

1/2 C. raisins

1/2 C. walnuts

2 Tsp. brown sugar

4 bananas -- peeled and cut in

half -- lengthwise 2 Tbsp. brandy

In a large skillet, melt butter; add brown sugar and lemon juice. Peel bananas; cut in half lengthwise and add to skillet. Cook, turning once, 1 or 2 minutes on each side. Add raisins and walnuts. Warm brandy, ignite; pour over bananas and shake pan until flame dies down. Serves 5.

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