Banana-Latex Connection

Watch out if you’re allergic to bananas, since you might be sensitive to latex, too. It turns out that about half of latex-sensitive folks share a banana allergy, all thanks to tricky proteins hiding inside.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Lindsay Conchar‎‏ (@‏‎lifeloveandsugar‎‏)‎‏

Banana Varieties

There’s a lot more than one kind of banana! With over 1000 types divided into 50 groups, there’s a unique banana for every palate—from the Cavendish to the Gros Michel.

Heart-Healthy

They’re not just tasty: Research reveals that regularly eating potassium-rich bananas can help against stroke and heart attack risks. They keep your arteries in top shape by fighting stiffness.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Salt & Baker | Whitney Wright‎‏ (@‏‎saltandbaker‎‏)‎‏

Slippery Science

Ever wondered why bananas are so slippery? In 2014, a physics team won an Ig Nobel Prize for finding the answer to this question. Apparently, the slipperiness comes from the polysaccharide molecules in the peel.

Monkey Business

Monkeys have a totally different banana-peeling playbook compared to humans. Instead of our top-down approach, they go upside-down for easier peeling. Might be worth trying!

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Sommer | A Spicy Perspective‎‏ (@‏‎aspicyperspective‎‏)‎‏

The post Going Bananas: Fun Facts About This Popular Fruit appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Banana Smoothie

First up, we have the classic and ever-so-satisfying banana smoothie. Blend together a ripe banana, a splash of milk (or your favorite dairy-free alternative), some yogurt, and a handful of ice. You’ve now got yourself a creamy and refreshing treat that’s perfect for breakfast or as a midday pick-me-up.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Weight Loss & Smoothie Recipes (@smoothieschallenge)

Banana Pancakes

Next on our banana adventure is the mouthwatering banana pancakes. Mash up a ripe banana and mix it with an egg, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a dash of vanilla extract. Heat up a skillet, pour the batter into small circles, and cook until golden brown on each side.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Caitlin | Food Blogger (@caitlins_table)

Grilled Bananas

This one is probably least known, but it’s still darn good. For grilled bananas, slice a ripe banana lengthwise and place it on a preheated grill or stovetop grill pan. Grill for a few minutes on each side until caramelized and slightly charred.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by CRyiNG TiGeR (@tigertiger.la)

The post 3 Different Ways You Can Prepare a Banana appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

The banana boat requires a boat, a mast, a sail, and a crew.

For these, you’ll need:

• A banana (the boat)
• Melon, cut into a triangle (the sail)
• Chocolate chips (the crew)
• A toothpick (the mast)
• Peanut butter (to glue it together)

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Shelby Anderton (@pickingpineapples_)

Instrauctions:

In technicality, this is very simply a snack of banana with peanut butter and chocolate chips. But we’re going to make it more than that by building a “boat” out of the ingredients.

Start by cutting a ridge through your banana long ways, so that you’re left with a fault line wide enough for a crew running down the banana. Next, fill the fault line with peanut butter. 

Now, attach the sail to the mast by skewering the triangular melon on the toothpick. Then stick the toothpick upright into the banana, thus giving your boat a mast and a sail.

Finally, add the chocolate chip crew. Encourage the kids to tell a story with these materials—who’s in the crew, where they put each of them, and why are they out at sea? This way kids have a little more than just a snack that they’ve created—they’ve created a story.

Finally, eat the boat!

The post These Banana “Sailboats” Are a Fun Snack to Make With Kids appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are three sweet banana treats that you have to make, or at least try!

Banana Bread

Banana bread is a hugely popular sweet banana treat that can be found on breakfast tables all over the world. Combining a normal bread mix with overripe bananas makes this delicious creation, which is often combined with walnuts.

Banana Pudding

One of the American South’s most traditional desserts is banana pudding, which places banana at the center stage of a tasty tapioca plate. Traditionally served with whipped cream and vanilla wafers, you can even visit the National Banana Pudding Festival in October in Centerville, Tennessee!

Peanut Butter Banana Milkshake

If you’re looking for a sweet banana treat that’s easy to make at home, why not try a peanut butter banana milkshake? All you have to do is add peanut butter to a blender containing a banana, vanilla ice cream, and some milk, and voila!

The post Try These Banana-Rich Sweet Treats appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

These yellow beauties have become popular worldwide over the years thanks to their convenient natural packaging, sweet taste, and healthy qualities. So, what is it exactly that makes bananas so perfect for snacking?

Well, they are incredibly portable thanks to their exterior skin that allows them to be naturally protected from bruising and damage. It’s super easy to pack a banana into a purse or a backpack and take it wherever you may go.

In addition, while being sweet and satisfying, these fruits also contain a ton of healthy components that work wonders for the human body.

Bananas are full of fiber, which helps digestive health, as well as natural sugars that provide an energy boost.

In addition to that, they contain loads of potassium, Vitamin C, and Vitamin B6, all of which are crucial for total body health.

What are you waiting for? Grab a banana and eat it today!

The post Bananas are the Perfect Healthy Snack appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 5 ripe saba bananas, cut lengthwise
• water
• 10 8-inch square lumpia wrappers, or spring roll wrappers
• vegetable oil
• 1/3 cup sliced jackfruit

For the caramel coating:

• 1/3 to 1/2 cup white granulated sugar

Instructions:

• Put one lumpia wrapper on the kitchen surface. One of the square points should be facing towards you.
• Place the saba banana in the brown sugar, making sure that it’s covered with it.
• Put the banana on the lumpia wrapper, located on the lower 1/2 in a horizontal position. Add jackfruit pieces around the banana.
• Place the tip of the lumpia wrapper on top of the banana. Also, fold the tips from the left and right.
• Roll the wrapper very well to achieve the shape of a log. Use water for the top tip.
• Use 1/2 to 1-inch vegetable oil to fry the banana lumpia at 350 F degrees.
• Cook each batch for 1.5 to 2 minutes, then put them on a plate covered with paper.
• For the caramel sauce melt the sugar until it turns brown, then add it on top of the lumpia.

The post Banana Lumpia is a Delish Filipino Dessert appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

To make Pisang Goreng, you’ll need some batter, bananas, and oil for deep frying. Here’s the recipe you can use to make this delicious dish at home.

Ingredients

• 6 firm bananas
• 2 cups crushed rice cereals
• Oil for deep frying
• 1 cup of rice flour
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup water

Instructions

1. Mix rice flour, egg, salt, and water in a large form to make the batter.
2. Place rice cereals on a plate.
3. Heat the oil for deep frying.
4. Cut bananas in half, crosswise.
5. Dip your banana halves into the batter, then roll them in the crushed rice cereals.
6. Place each banana half into hot oil and only fry for a minute or two until golden.
7. For an authentic feel, serve with a warm mug of Teh Tarik tea.

The post You Need to Make Delicious Pisang Goreng This Fall appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are five recommendations for great additions for peanut butter sandwiches that aren’t jelly.

Banana

Peanut butter and banana pair perfectly together. The sweetness of the banana and the saltiness of the peanut butter go so well together.

Nutella

Nutella and peanut butter? Yes, please. These two nut-based spreads are a combination made in heaven.

Honey

If you aren’t afraid of something sweet, try a peanut butter and honey sandwich. Don’t put too much honey on the bread, however, or it might be overwhelming.

Apple

If you’ve ever tried dipping apple slices in peanut butter, you’d know how great this combination is. I recommend tart, green apples with peanut butter, to counteract the sweet saltiness of the spread.

Avocado

This combination might seem odd at first, but trust me, it really works. In addition, both peanut butter and avocado are rich in healthy, unsaturated fats that are great for heart health.

Next time you reach for strawberry or grape jelly to eat with peanut butter, think outside of the box and try something different! You’d be surprised by how many things go well with peanut butter.

The post Five Perfect Peanut Butter Sandwich Pairings appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are some of my top tips for making a good batch of banana bread.

Use Overripe Bananas

This is one thing that is absolutely crucial for banana bread: do not use green or even yellow bananas! In order to produce the sweetness and smooth consistency that banana bread is known for, you have to use overripe bananas.

Go With Brown Sugar

Instead of white sugar, why not try brown sugar the next time you make banana bread? It yields a richer and more caramelized flavor that imparts a beautiful brown tone on the bread that looks downright tasty.

Put Some Milk in the Batter

You can ensure that your banana bread won’t be dry if you add a little bit of whole milk or buttermilk into the batter. The result will be a moist and decadent banana bread.

Walnuts are a Perfect Addition

Plain banana bread is good, but adding chopped walnuts into the batter and turning it into banana nut bread makes a special treat that you’re guaranteed to fall in love with.

The post Tips for Making Perfect Banana Bread appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 french loaf
• 3 mushed bananas
• 4 eggs
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 cups whole milk
• dash of salt
• 1/4 cup walnut pieces

For the caramel sauce, you need:

• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup butter
• 1/2 cup half and half cream

Instructions

• Set the oven to 350 degrees and prepare a 9×13 baking dish.
• Get the bread and cut it into 1-inch pieces and add them to the baking dish.
• Mix the melted butter, milk, cinnamon, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, and a dash of salt together. Add the mushed bananas and stir again.
• Top the bread pieces with the walnuts. Then, cover them with the banana mixture.
• The only thing you have left is to place the baking dish in the oven for an hour.
• To prepare the sauce you should get a pan and melt the butter. Include the cream and brown sugar.
• Cook it on low heat until it becomes thick. When you take out the banana bread pudding you can add the caramel sauce on top.

The post Make Banana Bread Pudding With The Easiest Recipe appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Banana-Latex Connection

Watch out if you’re allergic to bananas, since you might be sensitive to latex, too. It turns out that about half of latex-sensitive folks share a banana allergy, all thanks to tricky proteins hiding inside.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Lindsay Conchar‎‏ (@‏‎lifeloveandsugar‎‏)‎‏

Banana Varieties

There’s a lot more than one kind of banana! With over 1000 types divided into 50 groups, there’s a unique banana for every palate—from the Cavendish to the Gros Michel.

Heart-Healthy

They’re not just tasty: Research reveals that regularly eating potassium-rich bananas can help against stroke and heart attack risks. They keep your arteries in top shape by fighting stiffness.

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Salt & Baker | Whitney Wright‎‏ (@‏‎saltandbaker‎‏)‎‏

Slippery Science

Ever wondered why bananas are so slippery? In 2014, a physics team won an Ig Nobel Prize for finding the answer to this question. Apparently, the slipperiness comes from the polysaccharide molecules in the peel.

Monkey Business

Monkeys have a totally different banana-peeling playbook compared to humans. Instead of our top-down approach, they go upside-down for easier peeling. Might be worth trying!

הצגת פוסט זה באינסטגרם

‏‎פוסט משותף על ידי ‏‎Sommer | A Spicy Perspective‎‏ (@‏‎aspicyperspective‎‏)‎‏

The post Going Bananas: Fun Facts About This Popular Fruit appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Banana Smoothie

First up, we have the classic and ever-so-satisfying banana smoothie. Blend together a ripe banana, a splash of milk (or your favorite dairy-free alternative), some yogurt, and a handful of ice. You’ve now got yourself a creamy and refreshing treat that’s perfect for breakfast or as a midday pick-me-up.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Weight Loss & Smoothie Recipes (@smoothieschallenge)

Banana Pancakes

Next on our banana adventure is the mouthwatering banana pancakes. Mash up a ripe banana and mix it with an egg, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a dash of vanilla extract. Heat up a skillet, pour the batter into small circles, and cook until golden brown on each side.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Caitlin | Food Blogger (@caitlins_table)

Grilled Bananas

This one is probably least known, but it’s still darn good. For grilled bananas, slice a ripe banana lengthwise and place it on a preheated grill or stovetop grill pan. Grill for a few minutes on each side until caramelized and slightly charred.

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by CRyiNG TiGeR (@tigertiger.la)

The post 3 Different Ways You Can Prepare a Banana appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

The banana boat requires a boat, a mast, a sail, and a crew.

For these, you’ll need:

• A banana (the boat)
• Melon, cut into a triangle (the sail)
• Chocolate chips (the crew)
• A toothpick (the mast)
• Peanut butter (to glue it together)

View this post on Instagram

A post shared by Shelby Anderton (@pickingpineapples_)

Instrauctions:

In technicality, this is very simply a snack of banana with peanut butter and chocolate chips. But we’re going to make it more than that by building a “boat” out of the ingredients.

Start by cutting a ridge through your banana long ways, so that you’re left with a fault line wide enough for a crew running down the banana. Next, fill the fault line with peanut butter. 

Now, attach the sail to the mast by skewering the triangular melon on the toothpick. Then stick the toothpick upright into the banana, thus giving your boat a mast and a sail.

Finally, add the chocolate chip crew. Encourage the kids to tell a story with these materials—who’s in the crew, where they put each of them, and why are they out at sea? This way kids have a little more than just a snack that they’ve created—they’ve created a story.

Finally, eat the boat!

The post These Banana “Sailboats” Are a Fun Snack to Make With Kids appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are three sweet banana treats that you have to make, or at least try!

Banana Bread

Banana bread is a hugely popular sweet banana treat that can be found on breakfast tables all over the world. Combining a normal bread mix with overripe bananas makes this delicious creation, which is often combined with walnuts.

Banana Pudding

One of the American South’s most traditional desserts is banana pudding, which places banana at the center stage of a tasty tapioca plate. Traditionally served with whipped cream and vanilla wafers, you can even visit the National Banana Pudding Festival in October in Centerville, Tennessee!

Peanut Butter Banana Milkshake

If you’re looking for a sweet banana treat that’s easy to make at home, why not try a peanut butter banana milkshake? All you have to do is add peanut butter to a blender containing a banana, vanilla ice cream, and some milk, and voila!

The post Try These Banana-Rich Sweet Treats appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

These yellow beauties have become popular worldwide over the years thanks to their convenient natural packaging, sweet taste, and healthy qualities. So, what is it exactly that makes bananas so perfect for snacking?

Well, they are incredibly portable thanks to their exterior skin that allows them to be naturally protected from bruising and damage. It’s super easy to pack a banana into a purse or a backpack and take it wherever you may go.

In addition, while being sweet and satisfying, these fruits also contain a ton of healthy components that work wonders for the human body.

Bananas are full of fiber, which helps digestive health, as well as natural sugars that provide an energy boost.

In addition to that, they contain loads of potassium, Vitamin C, and Vitamin B6, all of which are crucial for total body health.

What are you waiting for? Grab a banana and eat it today!

The post Bananas are the Perfect Healthy Snack appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Ingredients:

• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 5 ripe saba bananas, cut lengthwise
• water
• 10 8-inch square lumpia wrappers, or spring roll wrappers
• vegetable oil
• 1/3 cup sliced jackfruit

For the caramel coating:

• 1/3 to 1/2 cup white granulated sugar

Instructions:

• Put one lumpia wrapper on the kitchen surface. One of the square points should be facing towards you.
• Place the saba banana in the brown sugar, making sure that it’s covered with it.
• Put the banana on the lumpia wrapper, located on the lower 1/2 in a horizontal position. Add jackfruit pieces around the banana.
• Place the tip of the lumpia wrapper on top of the banana. Also, fold the tips from the left and right.
• Roll the wrapper very well to achieve the shape of a log. Use water for the top tip.
• Use 1/2 to 1-inch vegetable oil to fry the banana lumpia at 350 F degrees.
• Cook each batch for 1.5 to 2 minutes, then put them on a plate covered with paper.
• For the caramel sauce melt the sugar until it turns brown, then add it on top of the lumpia.

The post Banana Lumpia is a Delish Filipino Dessert appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

To make Pisang Goreng, you’ll need some batter, bananas, and oil for deep frying. Here’s the recipe you can use to make this delicious dish at home.

Ingredients

• 6 firm bananas
• 2 cups crushed rice cereals
• Oil for deep frying
• 1 cup of rice flour
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup water

Instructions

1. Mix rice flour, egg, salt, and water in a large form to make the batter.
2. Place rice cereals on a plate.
3. Heat the oil for deep frying.
4. Cut bananas in half, crosswise.
5. Dip your banana halves into the batter, then roll them in the crushed rice cereals.
6. Place each banana half into hot oil and only fry for a minute or two until golden.
7. For an authentic feel, serve with a warm mug of Teh Tarik tea.

The post You Need to Make Delicious Pisang Goreng This Fall appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are five recommendations for great additions for peanut butter sandwiches that aren’t jelly.

Banana

Peanut butter and banana pair perfectly together. The sweetness of the banana and the saltiness of the peanut butter go so well together.

Nutella

Nutella and peanut butter? Yes, please. These two nut-based spreads are a combination made in heaven.

Honey

If you aren’t afraid of something sweet, try a peanut butter and honey sandwich. Don’t put too much honey on the bread, however, or it might be overwhelming.

Apple

If you’ve ever tried dipping apple slices in peanut butter, you’d know how great this combination is. I recommend tart, green apples with peanut butter, to counteract the sweet saltiness of the spread.

Avocado

This combination might seem odd at first, but trust me, it really works. In addition, both peanut butter and avocado are rich in healthy, unsaturated fats that are great for heart health.

Next time you reach for strawberry or grape jelly to eat with peanut butter, think outside of the box and try something different! You’d be surprised by how many things go well with peanut butter.

The post Five Perfect Peanut Butter Sandwich Pairings appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Here are some of my top tips for making a good batch of banana bread.

Use Overripe Bananas

This is one thing that is absolutely crucial for banana bread: do not use green or even yellow bananas! In order to produce the sweetness and smooth consistency that banana bread is known for, you have to use overripe bananas.

Go With Brown Sugar

Instead of white sugar, why not try brown sugar the next time you make banana bread? It yields a richer and more caramelized flavor that imparts a beautiful brown tone on the bread that looks downright tasty.

Put Some Milk in the Batter

You can ensure that your banana bread won’t be dry if you add a little bit of whole milk or buttermilk into the batter. The result will be a moist and decadent banana bread.

Walnuts are a Perfect Addition

Plain banana bread is good, but adding chopped walnuts into the batter and turning it into banana nut bread makes a special treat that you’re guaranteed to fall in love with.

The post Tips for Making Perfect Banana Bread appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.

Ingredients

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 french loaf
• 3 mushed bananas
• 4 eggs
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 cups whole milk
• dash of salt
• 1/4 cup walnut pieces

For the caramel sauce, you need:

• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup butter
• 1/2 cup half and half cream

Instructions

• Set the oven to 350 degrees and prepare a 9×13 baking dish.
• Get the bread and cut it into 1-inch pieces and add them to the baking dish.
• Mix the melted butter, milk, cinnamon, eggs, brown sugar, vanilla, and a dash of salt together. Add the mushed bananas and stir again.
• Top the bread pieces with the walnuts. Then, cover them with the banana mixture.
• The only thing you have left is to place the baking dish in the oven for an hour.
• To prepare the sauce you should get a pan and melt the butter. Include the cream and brown sugar.
• Cook it on low heat until it becomes thick. When you take out the banana bread pudding you can add the caramel sauce on top.

The post Make Banana Bread Pudding With The Easiest Recipe appeared first on falafelandcaviar.com.