Here Chef James Brockman gives a simpler way to get the same great taste without the danger! Start with a prepared baked pie crust, and you're more than halfway there. The sliced ripe bananas add texture and a finishing sweet touch.
step 1Fill the pan of your double boiler with water, place over high heat, and bring to a boil.
step 2In the bowl of your double boiler pour in the sweetened condensed milk. Reduce the heat to simmer, then cook for 1.5 hours, stirring from time to time. (Remember to add more water to the bottom pan, when necessary, to keep the pan from burning.)
step 3Bake pie crust according to manufacturer's instructions. Set aside.
step 4When the caramel is thick and darker, remove from heat and let cool slightly.
step 5Slice the bananas into pie crust. Spread the caramel evenly over the bananas. Chill until cold (at least 4 hours).
step 6Whip the cream with the sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form.
step 7Spread the whipped cream over the bananas and serve.