I took bananas Foster one step further and combined it with the flavors of my favorite tropical drink—pina colada. Make sure your bananas are not super ripe. You will want to choose ones that are still nice and firm, as they'll work best in this recipe. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Slow-Cooker Pina Colada Bananas Foster Tips

How can I keep my bananas from getting mushy?

If you want your bananas to stay somewhat firm, add them to the slow cooker during the last 20 minutes of cooking.