Banana Facts




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Banana facts and general information about bananas.


Bananas are Available:

Bananas are available year round.

How do Bananas Grow:

Bananas grow on a giant plant that looks like a tree but it is not a tree. The plant flowers and as each leaf of the bud opens it reveals a double row of flowers. These flowers become individual bananas. Each row has 15 or more fingers (bananas) and that makes up a “hand.” Each stem develops 7-10 hands of bananas. They are picked when they are green and shipped all over the world.

What to Look for When Buying Bananas:

Pick bright yellow bananas without bruises. Some people prefer their bananas greener than others and some darker so it is a matter of preference. Darker and brown bananas make the best banana bread.

Banana Storage Tips:

Store bananas on the counter. Here is an idea to store your bananas.

How to Cook Bananas:

Eat as is. They can also be grilled and baked. You can freeze bananas if they are overripe. Freeze whole and use for breads or muffins when baking.

Banana Nutrition Facts:

Bananas are a great source of potassium. They are also high in Vitamin C and fiber.

Recipe: Banana Bread

1 1/2 Cups sugar
3/4 Cup shortening
4 eggs
4 mashed bananas
½ teaspoon soda
3 ½ Cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 Cup walnuts (optional)
Mash bananas and add soda. In a separate bowl cream sugar, shortening, add eggs 1 at a time, add salt, and vanilla. Then flour. Stir in banana mixture and fold in nuts. Pour into 2 greased loaf pans. Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 40-45 minutes or until toothpick inserted into middle comes out clean.

Find more great banana recipes here.

Kids Cooking Video: Banana Bread with Dates and Walnuts




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