Sturdy and sustainable, full of fragrance and flavor, banana leaves can steam, roast, bake and more. Victor Protasio / Food Styling by Margaret Monroe Dickey / Prop Styling by Christina Daley ...

Place 3-inch-wide banana leaf strips crosswise over bottom and sides of loaf pan, overlapping as needed to completely line bottom of pan. Make sure leaf ends extend over sides by 1 to 2 inches.

A banana leaf is the large, broad leaf of the banana plant, commonly used in South and Southeast Asia for serving food. It is a traditional, eco-friendly alternative to plates, ...