Instructions:

Mexican Banana Bake

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup rum
3 tablespoons half-and-half
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
5 medium bananas
1 tablespoon butter or margarine

Place cream cheese, sugar, rum, half-and-half, and cinnamon in blender container. Cover and blend on high speed until smooth, 30 seconds.

Slice half the bananas into ungreased 1-quart casserole. Dot with butter; spread with half the cheese mixture. Slice the remaining bananas into casserole; spread with remaining cheese mixture. Bake uncovered in 325 degree F oven until hot and bubbly, 20 - 25 minutes.

Yield: 4-6 servings