1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. mashed banana
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda dissolved in 4 tbsp. hot water
1 tsp. vanilla
Pinch of salt

Combine all ingredients. Pour into greased 13 x 9 inch pan or cupcake pans. Bake at 350 degrees until toothpick inserted comes out clean.