Banana Bonanza

Surprising is the only way to describe this dessert. The ordinary banana quickly transforms itself when combined with these delicious ingredients. Enjoy with your family and friends for a potassium-packed flavor bonanza.

SERVES 4

• 2 large, very ripe (spotty) bananas
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
• ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
• 4 tablespoons pecans, toasted and finely chopped
• Freshly ground nutmeg, to taste

1. Cut bananas in half lengthwise. In a small jar, combine vanilla, ginger, and allspice and shake well. Brush over bananas.

2. Place bananas cut-side down on wax paper. Freeze for thirty minutes. Top each banana with 1 tablespoon of the pecans and season with nutmeg to taste.