Banana Squares - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 eggs, separated
2/3 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3)
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1 Tbsp. baking soda
1/4 c. sour milk*
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

Preparation

In a small mixing bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in egg yolks; mix well.
Add bananas.
Combine flour and baking soda.
Add to creamed mixture alternating with milk, beating well after each addition.
Add vanilla; fold in egg whites.
Fold in nuts if desired.
Pour into greased 9 x 13-inch baking pan. Bake at 350\u00b0 for 40 to 50 minutes.
Cool on wire rack.
If desired, garnish with whipped cream or banana slices.
Yield:
12 to 16 servings.