Ingredients

5 medium firm bananas1 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter, melted1/4 cup rum1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/3 cup chopped walnuts1/3 cup sweetened shredded coconutOptional: Vanilla ice cream or sliced pound cake

Preparation

Cut bananas in half lengthwise, then widthwise; layer in the bottom of a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker. Combine the brown sugar, butter, rum, vanilla and cinnamon; pour over bananas. Cover and cook on low until heated through, 1-1/2 hours.

Sprinkle with walnuts and coconut; cook 30 minutes longer. Serve with ice cream or pound cake if desired.