Plantains in Syrup

A

• 4 large, 5 medium or 6 small ripe plantains (amarillos)
• 2 quarts (

1. Peel plantains, make 3 diagonal superficial gashes on each side and soak in water and salt included in A for ½ hour. Remove and drain.
2. Melt butter slowly in a frying pan. Add drained plantains and brown lightly over moderate-high heat.
3. Cover plantains with sugar. Combine vanilla extract with water and pour over plantains. B