Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Mr. Flavor Bakes? Fudge Brownie-Banana Vanilla Ice Cream Sundae

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First off, Happy Valentine's Day! It's important to show love all 365 days of the year, and we all know it's a Hallmark holiday- but it nice to be a bit more gushy on this chocolatey romantic day! We honestly do not have anything planned. We worked, paid a ginormous bill, and budgeted- how romantic! Paying bills is sexy to me...ok not really...

Saturday, my daughter wanted ice cream after a cold day's out at the playground. She really does ask for random things at random times. She asks for sausages when she first wakes up, or asks where's my doughnut before we kiss her goodnight. Haha...food is always on her mind!  Anyway, she asked for ice cream- BANILLA ice cream to be precise. For some reason when she asked for it, I became nostalgic for Baskin Robbins Hot Fudge brownie Banana Sundae. Not sure what the name is exactly, all I know is I ate it by the bucket-loads during my first pregnancy. When we told the little ones about the dessert plan, they were most certainly down.
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The brownie recipe was my first successful baking recipe  a few years back. It's posted here with some changes.  This time, my husband and I agreed thinner brownies are better for this and we also added about 1/3 cup of semisweet chocolate chips to the batter. Use any brownie recipe you like. This one is a good one, though! Also, if cooking in a 13 by 9 pan bake for about 17-23 minutes.
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The husband took the lead on this one and he didn't do bad at all :) Great way for us to spend some much needed time together, too. Happy Valentine's Day! This is great for anytime of the year if you ask me ;) We forgot to buy heavy cream to make whipped cream, but you don't really need it. Unless you're kinky like that ....
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You will need:
A Brownie Recipe
Vanilla Ice Cream- homemade or purchased (we bought Haegen-Daaz)
2 ripe bananas
Your choice of toppings such as melted semi-sweet chocolate, toasted walnuts, whipped cream cherries, etc

Directions:
Once brownies are slightly cooled, cut 'em up, top with ice cream, sliced bananas,  melted chocolate and nuts (or whatever you want)

And voila! Easy peasy husband pleasy ;)


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His toes are curlin' ;)

Enjoy!!!

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56 comments:

  1. TuttiFebruary 15, 2011 at 4:21 AM

    BANILLA! I love it!! And this brownie sundae is making me have some serious cravings and it's not even lunch time yet!!

    Happy Valentine's Day!!

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  2. ~Lisa~February 15, 2011 at 4:39 AM

    Don't you love it when our hubbies cook/bake. I think is super sexy (= I hope your lil angel enjoyed her banilla ice cream and happy Valentines Day! I think the most important thing about this silly holiday is that you spend it with those you love.

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  3. pamelaFebruary 15, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    OFW that looks delicious.

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  4. Marc FredericFebruary 15, 2011 at 6:00 AM

    If my wife see's this post, she'll want me to make this for her.

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  5. Mrs. KFebruary 15, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    So sweet of you guys to make that delicious looking dessert together. It def looks tasty.

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  6. TorviewtorontoFebruary 15, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    this looks fabulous

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  7. Susi's Kochen und BackenFebruary 15, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    I would like a banilla sundae please too! I bet my toes would be curling as well if I had a bowl of this delectable dessert :o) I love spending time with my husband in the kitchen as well! Happy Valentine's Day sweetie :o)

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  8. FaithFebruary 15, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    oooh how yum! this makes me want a sundae bad! i want banilla ice cream too!!!

    Happy Valentine's Day!

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  9. SandraFebruary 15, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Oh my goodness..that looks amazing! My hubby would lick his fingers too:))And..amazing photos!
    Happy Valentines's Day to you and your love!

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  10. TuttiFebruary 15, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    How many hours after my last post is it? And I'm back again. That gooey-yumminess is taunting me!!!

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  11. Kim - Liv LifeFebruary 15, 2011 at 1:05 PM

    Your post made me smile!!! Nicely done Mr. Flavor!! My kids will have you make the dessert any day.
    Love your photos Sommer, nicely done!

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  12. MonetFebruary 15, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    What a fun post! I wish I was indulging in some ice cream right now. Your sundae looks too good! Thank you for sharing with me tonight. Hugs and well wishes from Austin! Happy Valentine's Day!

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  13. elle marieFebruary 15, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    That is some serious decadence right there... nom nom you are making me crave brownies now....

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  14. trininistaFebruary 15, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Good job husband! That looks decadent. Minus the bananas for me though.

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  15. Medeja- CranberryJamFebruary 15, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Classic dessert, but it always tastes good :)

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  16. CarolynFebruary 15, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Okay, I really should not have read this before breakfast. Now it's all I want!!!

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  17. PeggyFebruary 15, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Okay... can you come over and make that for me too? I want my toes to curl! =)

    You guys are too adorable!

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  18. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    Yum! This is a perfect sundae! Love the fudge brownie here!

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  19. MariaFebruary 16, 2011 at 1:03 AM

    Wow, that looks great!

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  20. UnknownFebruary 16, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    yummy x

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  21. Cooking CreationFebruary 16, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    Banilla is the cutest word ever! lol The sundae looks great!

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  22. Adoption of JaneFebruary 16, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    I know he's your husband and all but my PMS self would drop kick him to get that plate!!

    Your family is so gorgeous its surreal, definitely Magazine cover worthy!

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  23. ChristineFebruary 17, 2011 at 3:50 AM

    Wonderful dessert to share with hubby and little ones on valentine's day!

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  24. RamblingTartFebruary 17, 2011 at 3:56 AM

    Aww, I love this post! And I LOVE the picture of you and your daughter. You're so very beautiful. :-) What a great thing to do with your man. :-) I love cooking with my guy too, and even bill paying CAN be romantic cuz you can celebrate having the money to actually pay them! HOORAY! :-)

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  25. Magic of SpiceFebruary 17, 2011 at 4:17 AM

    Oh yum! I love these types of sundaes...so nice that you both could do this together :) Hope you had a wonderful valentines day :)

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  26. Sara @ Saucy DipperFebruary 17, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    He does look happy! But then again, who wouldn't be. You've got some skills. And, I'd totally go back to the store that cream. I'm THAT kind of gal.

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  27. MoniqueFebruary 18, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    My mouth is watering lady! What an amazing treat. We love roasting our walnuts for that extra crunch. I don't think I've ever had a homemade Sunday...wow it looks so darn good.

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  28. Dylana SuarezFebruary 18, 2011 at 5:47 PM

    This looks so so amazing!

    xoxo,

    colormenana.blogspot.com

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  29. A little bit of everythingFebruary 19, 2011 at 3:28 AM

    you're so lucky Sommer. my husband doesn't get anywhere near the kitchen if he has to cook :))
    your Banilla sounds so good. would make a perfect afternoon treat.
    thanks for sharing,
    hope you'll have a wonderful weekend

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  30. Mary BergfeldFebruary 19, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    This looks wonderful! I'm new to your blog and have spent some time browsing through your earlier entries. I just wanted you to know that I really like the food and recipes you feature here. I'll definitely be back. I hope you have a great day. Blessings...Mary

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  31. AnonymousFebruary 19, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    You know it's good when it requires words like banilla to be involved!!!!! How cute that your hubby is in the kitchen. I need to drag mine unless he wants to grab something out of the fridge.

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  32. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingFebruary 20, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    Om goodness this looks wonderful and what a Blessing that your husband was such a sweetie and fixed this for you!I am new to your blog also. Really like it!

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  33. Nancy February 21, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    Such a cute post Sommer :) I love that you cook together, I really enjoy cooking with my hubby too. This Sundae would make my toes curl for sure! I love it but I have to wait for warmer weather to enjoy it, I'm a baby about cold weather and ice cream. Happy Valentines Day sweetie:)

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  34. AnonymousFebruary 21, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    AMAZING Dessert! I would lick the plate clean!

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  35. Kim - Liv LifeFebruary 22, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Still one of the best sundaes I've ever seen!
    Letting you know that we left you a "Stylish" award on our blog, for the Mama with Style!
    http://livlifetoo.blogspot.com/2011/02/potato-bread-and-stylish-award.html
    Safe travel wishes to Mr. Mama With Flavor.

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  36. The Adventures of Princess ZariaFebruary 22, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    Mmmmm. This looks so good. I was just at Friday's and had the brownie sundae. Looking at your dessert brings back sweet and delicious memories.

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  37. whatsfordinneracrossstatelinesFebruary 23, 2011 at 7:29 AM

    Love it, see you got hubby in on the cooking action. Paying bills could be sexy, okay scratch that. Actually one of your Banilla ice cream sundaes sound good about now! Hope you are having a wonderful week.
    -Gina-

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  38. AnonymousFebruary 23, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Your husband is one lucky man.

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  39. KatieFebruary 23, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    Found your blog through Sophia's World and I love all the great recipes! I'm a follower now! Please come visit me at fittwinmommy.blogspot.com

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  40. A SPICY PERSPECTIVEFebruary 24, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    I can tell by this dessert that YOU are a serious trouble-maker! ;)

    I'll take a plate of this kind of trouble any day!

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  41. JessicaFebruary 27, 2011 at 2:34 AM

    This looks fabulous, as usual! I'm not much into sweets right now, but when I get my sweet tooth back, I can't wait to give this a try!

    P.S. Did you cut your hair? I can't really tell, but it looks like it in your newest pic in the sidebar? If you did, it looks really pretty!

    -Jessica

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  42. Jessica ShiversMarch 1, 2011 at 2:04 PM

    What a fun way to celebrate! I've never had a brownie sundae with the banana before, but your pictures are making me want one now! Thanks for sharing,

    Jessica
    www.dinnerwiththeshivers.com

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  43. Lawyer Loves LunchMarch 3, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    He looks so happy! Must be the brownies ;)

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  44. Cooking CreationMarch 3, 2011 at 10:40 AM

    I miiiiiiiiiiiisssss you! Come back! I'm thinking about you and hoping all is well. <3

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  45. Ayesha MoniqueMarch 4, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    This looks so amazing.

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  46. Sheila FretzMarch 5, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    I hope all is well I have not see you post in a while!

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  47. SofiaMarch 8, 2011 at 7:09 AM

    Hi Sommer, where are you? Haven't 'seen' you in a while:)
    hope all is well,
    Sofia,x

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  48. Frau DietzMarch 10, 2011 at 9:49 PM

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  49. Frau DietzMarch 10, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Hi Sommer, I had your blog passed onto me by Moorish Foods... took one look at this recipe and I'm sold! Just thought I'd say hi because somehow I'd guess we're probably living in the same area :) Looking forward to reading more of your recipes.

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  50. StephanieMarch 12, 2011 at 5:02 AM

    Wow. Holy deliciousness. Just found your blog and LOVE it. Love the "Curley Sous" I'm a mom of 3 too! You are stunning! Can't wait to read more from you or the Mr. :)

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  51. Mama HenMarch 15, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    This looks delicious! I hope you are doing well! I have not seen you in a while and hope that you are taking a great break filled with lots of love and smiles! Hope you are well!

    Mama Hen

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  52. Jessica FuselierMarch 17, 2011 at 9:02 AM

    IS THAT LEGAL? That looks so good, I can't believe it! Just thinking about you from across the universe. Hope you & the fam are excellent. All my Love, Jess

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  53. The Duo DishesMarch 18, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Lucky him! And how nice that your husband was able to be home to celebrate. :)

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  54. TiffanyMarch 24, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    This looks AWESOME! I am SO putting this on my menu for next week!

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  55. a Palate and a PassportApril 24, 2011 at 4:53 AM

    Happy Easter! As this looks so define!

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  56. Charenn29November 21, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    best ever brownie! i love the photo presentation. :)

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