Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/3 c. shortening
  • 3/4 c. brown sugar, packed
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 c. (2 to 3) mashed ripe bananas
  • 1/2 c. milk
  • 1/2 c. chopped nuts

Method

  • Sift flour, salt and soda together.
  • Cream shortening and sugar.
  • Add eggs and bananas, beating until light.
  • Alternately add flour and milk.
  • Beat after each addition until smooth.
  • Add nuts.
  • Pour batter into greased 9 x 5-inch loaf pan.
  • Bake at 350° for 1 hour, or until done.
  • Remove from pan; cool on rack.