Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cup sugar
  • 2/3 cup shortening
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 eggs
  • 3 1/2 cups flour
  • 3-4 OVER ripe bananas (chopped)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 4 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 4 tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts

Method

  • In a large mixer bowl combine 1 cup of the flour, the sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add mashed banana; shortening, margarine or butter; and milk. Beat with an electric mixer on low speed till blended, then on high speed for 2 minutes. Add eggs and remaining flour, beat till blended. Stir in nuts.
  • Pour batter into a greased 8x4x2 inch loaf pan. Bake in a 350 degree oven for 55 to 60 minutes or till a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack. Remove from the pan; cool thoroughly on a wire rack. Wrap and store overnight before slicing. Makes 1 loaf (16 servings).