In a large bowl, mix flour and baking powder. Pour banana mixture into flour and baking powder. Beat with a mixer until smooth. Add 1/2 tsp. vanilla. Add nuts. Pour into a greased and floured loaf pan at 350°F for about 40 minutes.

Test by inserting a thin knife in center. If the knife comes out clean, banana bread is done. Let cool a few minutes before romoving from pan, then cool on a wire rack.

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