The prevailing narrative about banana bread is that it’s a mere vehicle for overripe bananas—a means to an end rather than an end in itself. But what about when you want banana bread for the sake of ...

A bunch of yellow bananas next to a partially peeled banana on a wooden cutting board - Vlad Serbanescu / 500px/Getty Images Bananas can be a finicky purchase. Without mashing or peeling them right in ...

Bananas produce ethylene gas as they ripen, which promotes further ripening. Group bananas together on a kitchen countertop to increase ethylene and prompt quicker ripening. For the fastest results, ...

While the fridge revolutionized food preservation, many fruits don't need it. Bananas fare much better and last longer in ...

Bananas ripen quickly, especially in warm kitchens. But with a few smart storage habits, you can slow down browning and keep them firm, yellow, and fresh throughout the day. Here are ten simple tricks ...