Charred scallion Coffee Cooler

Method

1. Start by prepping your ice, banana, milk so the cooking goes quickly.
2. Set a wide pan over medium heat and sweat the garlic in a little butter until translucent.
3. Turn the heat up, add the coffee, and cook until deeply browned and aromatic.
4. Fold in the milk and season generously; give everything a minute to come together.
5. Pour in the vegetable stock, bring to a gentle simmer, and cook until thickened and glossy.
6. Taste and adjust, then finish with a grating of hard cheese right before serving.
7. Serve warm, ideally with something to soak up the sauce.