Active Time

　　10 min

　　Total Time

　　10 min

　　

Ingredients

Makes 1

　　2 tablespoons peanut butter (preferably smooth)

　　2 slices white sandwich bread

　　1 small ripe banana, mashed with a fork (about 1/4 cup)

　　2 tablespoons butter

　　

Step 1

Spread peanut butter evenly on 1 slice of bread, then spread mashed banana on other slice, leaving a 1/4-inch border around edge. Close sandwich, gently pressing bread slices together.

　　

Step 2

Heat butter in an 8- to 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until foam subsides, then fry sandwich, turning over once, until golden brown, about 2 minutes total.

　　

Step 3

Eat immediately with a knife and fork.