On 10/19/2014 12:02 AM, Julie Bove wrote:
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> > wrote in message
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>> I want to try making a loaf of banana bread. The recipe I have says
>> "ripe"
>> bananas. How long should I let them ripen before using them in the
>> recipe? I
>> assume they should be somewhat soft. How soft? Thanks.
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> Very soft. Like mush. How long depends on a variety of factors.

I like them mushy too. Unfortunately, I live in a warm, humid clime, and
the difference between mush and moldy seems to be just a few hours, so I
have to err on the side of firmness.