1/2 c. butter
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. milk
3 large bananas, mashed
1 tsp. baking soda, dissolved in 1/4 c. warm water
1 3/4 c. flour
1/2 c. nuts
2 tsp. baking powder

Mix well and bake in greased and floured large loaf pan or 2 small loaf pans at 350°F for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 300°F and bake for 50 minutes more.