Candied plantains

Directions

1. Combine the water and salt in a pan, bring to a boil then add the plantains and cook for 5 minutes.

2. Drain and set aside.

3. Melt the margarine (or butter), add the sugar, orange juice, cornflour slurry and mix thoroughly.

4. Combine the plantains and raisins in a lightly-greased oven-proof casserole (about 20cm x 20cm x 5cm).

5. Pour over the hot syrup then sprinkle the cinnamon over the top.

6. Transfer to an oven pre-heated to 180°C and bake until a thick syrup has formed and the plantains are cooked through (about 20 minutes).

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