4 ripe bananas, mashed
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. chopped nuts
3/4 c. raisins or dates
1 tsp. baking soda

Mix all of the above ingredients. Put in paper lined or greased muffin tins. Full half full. Bake at 325 degrees for 25-30 minutes. Makes 18-20 muffins.