Paul M. Cook wrote:
> "Paul M. Cook" > wrote in message
> news:R1Chi.3184$vG2.2801@trnddc02...
>>
>> "kilikini" > wrote in message
>> ...
>>> I'm sure this has been covered 100 million times, but I was
>>> wondering which recipe for banana bread was your absolute favorite?
>>> We picked up 5 bunches of over-ripe bananas today at the produce
>>> market for $.75 total. I'm wanting banana bread and I can't find
>>> my mom's recipe.
>>>
>>> Yes, I did the Google. Do you have ANY idea how many recipes are
>>> out there? And how different they all are?
>>>
>>> I want to hear your favorites. No holds barred. Bring them on,
>>> please.
>>
>>
>> I've always had the best luck with recipes that use buttermilk. And
>> I always use bananas that are so ripe they are more like a sticky
>> goop than a banana. The skins are completely black. I did this
>> trick over the holidays: I took some banana liqueur and drizzled a
>> nice half-ounce onto each loaf. Then I wrapped them in plastic wrap
>> and a couple days later they were incredibly good. Very moist and
>> full of flavor. OK, maybe it was a crutch, but it sure tasted good.
>
>
> One more trick, while the loaves are cooling but still warm, rub
> them with some butter and let it melt in. Then sprinkle a touch of
> powdered sugar onto them. The sugar will melt but it will form a
> nice sweet layer on top that really complements the bread.
>
> Paul

Aha! I've never heard of this one. Sounds like a good tip! Thanks.

kili