There’s more than one way to ripen a banana—so we tried them all. While the microwave was quick, the flavor left us wanting.

Bananas in a bowl on a table - Pawel Michalowski/Shutterstock Waiting for bananas to ripen seems to take forever when you've got a craving for some homemade banana ...

Bananas ripen faster than most fruits, turning brown very quickly. But keeping them fresh all day isn’t as hard as it seems. With a few smart kitchen tricks, you can keep your bananas yellow, firm, ...

Here's how to ripen bananas fast for baking banana bread. We share three options that all require minimal effort and patience. It seems like just yesterday that baking the perfect banana bread recipe ...

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I never throw away an overripe banana. I peel it, freeze it and pull it out whenever I get a hankering for banana bread or want to make a lunchtime smoothie. Over the past several months, I’ve ...

Bananas are a staple in most homes, but letting them sit for too long can end with wasted food. Here's how to slow down ...

As a banana ripens, its nutritional content — the amount of sugar, starch and vitamins — changes. Meaning, if you need more sugar before a workout, or less sugar because of diabetes, you may want to ...

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly grease it with oil or butter. Pour small amounts of batter onto the ...

Banana chia seed pancakes are the perfect healthy breakfast option for those looking for a nutritious start to the day ...