Ingredients
1 1/2 cups maple syrup
3/4 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup chopped pecans
6 bananas, peeled and halved lengthwise and then crosswise
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
Vanilla ice cream, as an accompaniment, optional
Banana Chips, as a garnish, optional

Directions
In a saucepan, combine the maple syrup, cream, and pecans. Bring the
liquid to a gentle boil over moderate heat, and cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it is
thickened, about 18 to 20 minutes.In a large 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. Garnish with banana chips, if using.