1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
2 1/4 c. pureed peaches
2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. finely chopped pecans

Cream sugar and shortening together. Add eggs and mix thoroughly. Add peach puree and dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly. Add vanilla and chopped pecans; stir until blended. Pour into 2 loaf pans, approximately 5 x 9-inches in size, that have been well-greased and floured.

Bake at 325°F for 55 minutes to 1 hour. Let bread cool a few minutes before removing from pan.

Makes 2 loaves.