3/4 c. sugar
2 tbsp. softened shortening
1 egg
3/4 c. milk
1 c. mashed banana (about 2-3 bananas)
3 c. flour
3 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. fresh blueberries
3/4 c. chopped nuts

Cream sugar, shortening and eggs. Beat in milk and mashed bananas. Sift flour, baking powder and salt into banana mixture and stir until moistened. Gently fold in blueberries and nuts if desired.

Pour into greased oaf pan and allow to stand 15 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place in center and bake 70 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.