We've all been there - ready to start a recipe that calls for ripe bananas, and you don't have any stashed on the counter or can't find them at the store.  What's a Mama to do?

Easy!  In less than ten minutes, you can have perfect Ripe Bananas!

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Place bananas in single layer on baking sheet.
3. Bake for 5 to 7 minutes, or until dark and soft to the touch.
4. Remove from oven, and let sit on pan until bananas are cool enough to handle.
5. Slice lengthwise with a sharp knife and scoop out the soft, sweet and ripe bananas with a spoon..