1 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
1 egg
3 or 4 bananas
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
Crushed nuts (optional)

Mash bananas, add flour, shortening, egg, baking soda, sugar and salt. Mix well, add nuts if desired. Grease 2 loaf pans and split the batter evenly.

Bake at 350°F for 45 to 50 minutes. Cool on the side.