1 3/4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shortening
2/3 c. sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
1 c. mashed ripe bananas (2-3)

Sift dry ingredients together and add to shortening and sugar which have been creamed. Add eggs and bananas. Turn into WELL GREASED bread pan and bake in a moderate oven (350 degrees) about 1 hour and 10 minutes or until bread is done. Makes 1 loaf and nuts can be added if desired.