Ingredients

  • 1 egg, well beaten
  • 1 1/2 c. mashed bananas (4 or 5)
  • 1 c. bran
  • 1/4 c. melted shortening
  • 1/2 c. sifted flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. chopped nut meats

Method

  • Combine egg, bananas, shortening and bran.
  • Sift together the flour, baking powder, soda, salt and sugar.
  • Add nut meats and mix well.
  • Add to banana mixture, mixing only enough to dampen all flour.
  • Turn into a well-greased bread pan (8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 3-inch) and bake in a moderate oven (350°) for about 1 hour and 10 minutes or until bread is done.