Bananas Simmered in Jasmine-Scented Coconut Milk

Ingredients

• 4 very firm bananas, cut in half lengthwise, then each half into 4 pieces crosswise
• 2-3 cups creamy coconut milk
• 1/4-1/2 cup granulated sugar (unrefined)
• 1/8-1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• thai jasmine essence (Mali) (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Peel the bananas just before you are ready to cook them.

2. 2

   In a sauce pan, heat the coconut milk. Add sugar to the desired sweetness and a little bit of salt. The salt enhances the rich creamy taste of coconut milk, especially if you are using canned milk.

3. 3

   Sprinkle in a few drops of Mali essence, if you wish a delicatae floral scent in the background. When the mixture is hot and smooth, add the bananas and simmer about 5 minutes, or until the bananas are cooked but still in whole pieces.