1/2 c. Crisco
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. dates or raisins
1 c. sugar
2 c. sifted flour
1/2 c. chopped nuts
3 bananas, crushed

Cream Crisco, sugar, eggs and bananas. Add dry ingredients. Bake in greased 9x5x3 loaf pan at 350 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes.