2 eggs
1 c. sugar
3 1/2 c. flour
4 tbsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 c. milk
3 tbsp. melted shortening
1 c. chopped walnuts (1/4 lb.)

Beat eggs until light, add sugar gradually. Add sifted dry ingredients alternately with milk. Add shortening, then nuts. Fill well-greased bread pan half full and let stand 20 minutes. Bake in a moderate oven (350 degrees) for 45 minutes.