Banana-Nut Bread - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. soda
1 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. mashed bananas
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Preparation

Mix the shortening and sugar, creaming well.
(I use mixer.) Blend in eggs, one at a time, beating well.
Add the banana, mixing well.
Blend in the sifted dry ingredients.
Fold in chopped nuts.
Pour into greased 9 x 5 x 3-inch bread pan.
Push batter up into corners of pan, leaving center slightly hollowed. For a well rounded loaf, allow to stand for 20 minutes before baking.
Bake in a moderate 350\u00b0 oven for 60 to 70 minutes.
Cool thoroughly on rack before slicing.
Serve plain or with butter or cream cheese.