Ingredients
1
banana, halved lengthwise, then crosswise
2
tbsp rum (preferably dark)
1/8
tsp freshly grated nutmeg
2
tbsp sliced or chopped nuts, toasted
Accompaniment: vanilla ice cream
Directions
1.
Melt butter in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until foam subsides, then sauté banana, cut sides down, shaking skillet, 1 minute. Remove skillet from heat (away from flame) and sprinkle brown sugar around banana, then pour rum around banana. Return skillet to heat and continue to sauté, shaking skillet occasionally, until sugar begins to melt, about 30 seconds.
2.
Add water, nutmeg, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt and cook over moderate heat, shaking skillet occasionally, until sauce is slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.
3.
Serve banana hot, sprinkled with nuts.
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