1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
3 lg. mashed bananas
1/4 c. buttermilk
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
3 c. flour
1/2 c. nut meats

Shape in loaf and bake in moderate oven, 350 degrees for 1 hour and 15 minutes.