1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1/4 c. chopped cherries
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 c. chocolate chips
3 bananas
1/4 c. nuts, optional

Cream sugar, shortening and eggs. Add flour, soda, chips, cherries and bananas. Mix well. Bake 40-45 minutes.