1 1/2 c. sugar
2 c. flour
8 tbsp. milk (or cream)
2 eggs
3/4 c. shortening
2 tbsp. baking soda (or 3 tsp. baking powder)
1/2 c. nuts
3 mashed bananas

Mix sugar, shortening, eggs and bananas together. Sift together flour and soda. Gradually add flour mixture to wet ingredients. Bake 30 to 40 minutes at 350 degrees.

ICING:

1/4 c. sugar
Dash of salt
2 egg whites
3/4 c. Karo syrup
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Mix all together; beat on high until all shine is gone.