3/4 c. shortening
1 c. granulated sugar
2 eggs
1 c. mashed bananas
2 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. allspice
1/4 tsp. cloves
2 c. quick cooking oats
1 c. raisins
1 c. chopped nuts
1/2 c. candied red cherries (optional)

Cream shortening and sugar, beat in eggs, one at a time. Add bananas. Add sifted dry ingredients, stir in oats. Add raisins, nuts and cherries, mixing well. Drop from a teaspoon onto greased baking sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.