Baked bananas with crema and cheese: a delicious recipe

Ingredients for Plátanos horneados con crema y queso (baked banana with crema and cheese)

• 6 heirloom bananas or small plantains, ripe but not black, unpeeled

• 230 g soured cream

• 120 g crumbled feta cheese

How to make Plátanos horneados con crema y queso (baked banana with crema and cheese)

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan) or 220°C (conventional).

2. Place the whole bananas or plantains on a baking tray.

3. Bake for 30–40 minutes, turning them every 10 minutes, until the peel starts to split and the inside is tender when tested with a skewer.

4. Remove the baking tray from the oven but keep the bananas or plantains on it.

5. Carefully slice the peel lengthwise to reveal the flesh, then drizzle with some crema and sprinkle with cheese.

6. Transfer to plates for individual servings, arrange on a platter, or serve directly on the baking tray at the table.

7. Encourage everyone to carve out their own banana or plantain.

8. Serve any remaining crema and cheese in bowls on the side for those who would like more.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.