Minatamis na Saging (Bananas in Sweet Syrup)

Ingredients:

• 10 pcs (about 3/4 kg) ripe plantain bananas (saging na saba)
• 2 cups of water
• 2 pandan leaves, tied in a knot
• 2/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
• 2-3 drops of banana flavoring (optional)

Procedure:

1. Peel the bananas. Cut into three diagonally.
2. Put in a thick bottom casserole. Add water and pandan leaves. Cover. Place over medium-high fire. Bring to boil. Reduce fire to medium. Cook for 8-10 minutes or until tender.
3. Put brown sugar. Mix. Cover again. Cook for another 2-3 minutes or until it boils again.
4. Remove from pan. Drizzle with banana flavoring.
5. Let it cool. Serve.