1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
3-5 bananas, mashed
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
Cherries (optional)
1/2 c. nuts, chopped (optional)

Cream shortening and sugar together. Add eggs. Add bananas, flour and soda. Place in 2 greased loaf pans or 1 Bundt pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes.