Makes:
1 loaf
Total Time:
1 hr 20 min
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Category:
Breads
Sub Category: Quick Breads
what you need
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup mashed ripe banana (2-3 bananas)
- 1/3 cup shortening
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
make it
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease loaf pan. In large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add mashed banana, shortening, and milk. Beat with a mixer on low until blended. Then, mix on high speed for two minutes. Add eggs and remaining 3/4 cup flour. Mix again until blended.
Pour batter into loaf pan.
Bake for 55-60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for at least 10 minutes, then remove from pan and serve.
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