1/2 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 c. mashed bananas
1/4 c. sour milk (1/2 tsp. vinegar in milk)
1 tsp. vanilla extract

Mix ingredients in order, stirring in each one. Pour into floured cake pans and bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 45 minutes. Test with toothpick for doneness! Cool and ice. Can be made in two layers, sheet pan, etc. Approximately 10 to 20 servings.