Instructions: 1 Wash and core the apples. Score around the middle with a sharp knife to prevent bursting during cooking.

2 Mix together or blend in a food processor the dried fruit, nuts, cinnamon and brandy.

3 Stuff the mixture into the apples. Place the apples in an ovenproof dish, add 1/4in of water and bake at 180 C/350 F/gas mark 4 for 40 minutes or until golden, soft and fluffy.

4 Slice the bananas in half lengthwise. Melt the butter in a skillet or frying pan over a gentle heat. Add the sugar and cinnamon, stir well and add the bananas.

Cook gently on either side for 3-5 minutes.

5 Add the rum to the pan, allow to heat up for a few minutes then flambe briefly by lighting the rum with a match. Serve immediately with the baked apples and whipped cream.

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