"Giving a nod to tropical fruit, this irresistible treat combines rich ice cream with a nut crust and thick fudge sauce...."
INGREDIENTS
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3 cups walnuts (about 12 ounces)
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1 cup whole almonds
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1/3 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
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1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted, cooled
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3 cups whipping cream
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1 cup half and half
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3/4 cup sugar
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4 large egg yolks
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8 ounces imported white chocolate (such as Lindt), chopped
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1 1/2 pounds very ripe bananas
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3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
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3/4 cup whipping cream
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1/4 cup light corn syrup
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8 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate,chopped
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3 large ripe bananas, peeled, cut on diagonal into 1/4-inch-wide slices
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15 small strawberries with stems