1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 c. mashed bananas (about 7 bananas)
1 capful lemon extract
2 c. self - rising flour
1 c. pecans, chopped

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Hand beat shortening and sugar; add eggs, bananas, extract, flour and nuts. Pour into a greased loaf pan. Bake for 1 hour, or until done.