Banana Cream Pie

A deal on bananas inspired me to make a banana cream pie. I blind-baked a crust, then coated the inside with chocolate ganache.

I lined the bottom with sliced bananas.

I made a vanilla pudding and poured it over the bananas.

I made a meringue and spread it over the top.

I put the pie into the oven to finish it off, giving the meringue this beautiful caramel color.

The result was great---very rich but not overwhelming. This pie took a fair amount of effort but was a very satisfying use of my time. Thank you, Super Saver, for the deal on ripe bananas!