Drain the banana skins and add them to the pan. Fry for another minute then add 300ml/12fl oz of water. Bring to the boil, reduce to a gentle simmer and cook for 10–12 minutes.

My first taste was in 2017, in the balmy city of Castries, St. Lucia. Fresh off a lengthy booze cruise, I stumbled toward the resort buffet and noticed a small placard that read “banana ketchup.” ...

With the peel still on, place the banana directly onto the oven’s baking rack. Check on the banana after 5 minutes. If it hasn't ripened enough, wait 5 more minutes or until the peel is dark brown.

Step 8: Cool the banana bread in its baking pan set atop a cooling rack or cold stovetop burner. Give it at least 20 minutes before slicing. (Most recipes will tell you to turn the bread out of ...