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How to Ripen Bananas

You can also ripen bananas in the microwave. To do this, poke holes all over the unpeeled banana with a toothpick or fork.
Bananas in a bowl on a table - Pawel Michalowski/Shutterstock Waiting for bananas to ripen seems to take forever when you've got a craving for some homemade banana ...
Bananas are basically the avocados of the fruit bowl: they go from not-quite-ready to way-too-ripe in what feels like 30 ...
Tips and tricks to slow the process and reduce waste. Bananas are a kitchen staple. They're naturally sweet, affordable, and versatile, and can be baked into quick breads or muffins, added to ...