1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/2 c. walnuts (optional)
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream sugar and shortening, add eggs, bananas and dry ingredients. Add nuts if you want. Pour into greased and floured bread pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 to 60 minutes. Makes one loaf. To make into cookies, add 4 tablespoons flour and chocolate chips if you wish. Increase vanilla to 2 teaspoons. Drop from teaspoons onto greased and floured cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes. Easy for children with an adult's help.