1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. blueberries
1 c. mashed ripe bananas
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. quick cooking oats
1/2 c. nuts (optional)

Cream the shortening; add sugar gradually, creaming well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each egg. Stir in mashed bananas. Combine oats, flour, baking soda and salt. Add the creamed mixture. Carefully stir in blueberries and nuts.

Spoon batter into greased and floured 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until it tests done. Cool in pan for 10 minutes before turning out on a rack.