1/2 c  Maple syrup
    1/4 c  Heavy cream
    1/4 c  Chopped pecans
      2    Bananas, peeled and halved
           -lengthwise and then
           -crosswise
      2 tb Unsalted butter
           Vanilla ice cream as an
           -accompaniment if desired
  In a saucepan combine the maple syrup, the cream, and
  the pecans, bring the liquid to a gentle boil over
  moderate heat, and cook the mixture, stirring
  occasionally, for 18 to 20 minutes, or until it is
  thickened.  In a skillet saute the bananas in the
  butter over moderately high heat for 1 to 2 minutes on
  each side, or until they are browned lightly.
  Transfer the bananas to a heated platter and spoon the
  sauce over them or, if desired, use the bananas and
  the sauce as a topping for the ice cream. Serves 2
   Typed by Cindy Hartlin@msn.com   Source:Gourmet's
  Short Order
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