1 med. banana
1 1/2 c. self-rising flour
1/2 c. oatmeal
1/3 c. shortening
1/4 c. pecans, chopped
1/2 c. dates, chopped
1/3 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1/2 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla extract

Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and beat well on high speed of electric mixer. Grease one loaf size pan. Pour batter into pan. Bake for 1 hour in 350 degree preheated oven. Remove from oven and let cool slightly before removing from pan. Yield: Makes 1 loaf.