1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 tsp. baking soda
1/4 c. water
2 c. flour
1/2 c. nuts
1 c. bananas, mashed

Beat thoroughly: sugar, eggs and shortening. Dissolve soda in 1/4 cup water. Add to creamed mixture; add remaining ingredients. Pour batter into well greased bread pan and bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.