3/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 c. mashed banana
2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 c. chopped walnuts

Mix sugar, shortening and eggs, beat hard until light. Add mashed banana. Sift flour with baking powder, salt and soda. Stir into creamed mixture beating until smooth. Add walnuts. Pour into greased 9 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 60-70 minutes or until tests done. Cool on rack.