3/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 c. mashed bananas
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 c. chopped walnuts

Combine sugar, eggs and shortening; beat well. Add bananas. Stir in dry ingredients until smooth. Add nuts. Bake at 350 degrees in greased loaf pan for 60-70 minutes. Cool on rack. Slice while warm.