1/3 c shortening
2/3 c sugar
2 eggs
1 3/4 cup flour
2 3/4 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 cup mashed banana
1 cup walnuts (optional)
Beat shortening until creamy and glossy. Gradually add sugar, beating until light and fluffy. Add eggs. Sift dry ingredients and add alternately with bananas. Add nuts. Grease bottom of loaf pan and bake 350 for 60-70 minutes.
