1/2 c. shortening or butter
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 c. flour
3/4 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. buttermilk or sour milk
1 c. mashed bananas
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. chopped nuts

Combine and mix in order given.

Bake in 1 large or 2 small pans at 350°F for 1 hour or until done.