Banana-drama

As one of my 5-a-day I almost always eat a banana. They are my go-to in overnight oats, on porridge or mashed on toast. I eat them straight from the skin after a run or blend them in a smoothie. Almost always they are the healthy option with potassium, magnesium, fibre, protein and vitamins B6 and B12. They contain anti-oxidants and are believed to help prevent strokes and even some cancers.

As well as the above health reasons for eating bananas, they are sweet and satisfying without being acidy like some fruits. 

For a sweet treat they can be used in cakes, puddings and desserts. The other day I went for brunch and opted for banana bread. Little did I know it would be a work of art on a plate. Yes a piece of delicious banana bread sat in the middle on top of which were slices of caramelised banana. On the side was a small dish of mascarpone, a jar of honey, three kinds of berries and the whole thing scattered with edible flowers. So pretty and so delicious. 

Bananas are shaped like a sunny yellow smile and are thought to contain serotonin and help prevent depression. So versatile and so many benefits; you just have to smile.