1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
3/4 c. mashed ripe banana
1 1/4 c. sifted all-purpose flour
3/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt

Cream shortening and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in banana. Sift together dry ingredients, add to banana mixture, mix well. Pour into greased 9x9x2 inch pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes.