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On 6/9/2012 11:15 AM, Gary wrote:
> sf wrote:
>>
>> On Fri, 8 Jun 2012 18:29:04 -0500, >
>> wrote:
>>> I love them fried over medium temp in butter until just soft. A bit of
>>> caramelization is good -- black is not good.
>>>

>> I keep looking at them, thinking I'd like to try cooking them at home
>> but haven't taken the plunge yet. I do like the Salvadoran plantain
>> and refried beans combination when we eat out.

>
> I did buy just one at the store this morning. Just one to taste. I will
> either slice and fry it in butter OR the produce guy this morning said it's
> also good to mash, form into a patty, and fry that way. I'll try today. He
> did also mention that they don't taste like a banana.
>
> Gary


Even better if you fry in butter, mash then refry in butter.