1/2 c. Crisco
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/3 c. brown sugar
2 eggs
1/4 c. sour milk
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. nuts (pecans; optional)
2 bananas

Cream Crisco, vanilla and sugar in a bowl. Add eggs and mix well. Add bananas and mix well. Add flour, soda and salt, alternating with milk. Add nuts. Spray Pam in pan.

Bake at 350°F for at least 60 minutes. Should make at least 2 loaves. Let cool and wrap in foil.