Step by step

Method

5 steps

1. 1

   Cut bananas in half crosswise, then cut each piece in half lengthwise. Set aside.

2. 2

   In a medium skillet, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the corn syrup and the sugar.

3. 3

   Increase the heat to medium high and cook, stirring occasionally and washing down the sides of the pan with a wet pastry brush, until the mixture turns golden, about 2 minutes. Don't let it darken. It's ok if the butter separates.

4. 4

   Immediately remove the skillet from the heat and arrange the bananas in the pan, cut sides up.

5. 5

   Return the skillet to medium high heat and cook until the undersides of the bananas begin to brown, 1 to 3 minutes. Check them by lifting with a for. They won't all begin to color at the same time, so keep an eye out for hot spots in the skillet. Taste for salt and serve when it looks done.