Banana Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 350° F. Spray a large loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
2. 2
   In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Set aside.
3. 3
   In another, large bowl, cream the shortening and sugar together. Beat in the eggs. Add the mashed bananas and mix well.
4. 4
   Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until blended.
5. 5
   Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, leaving the center slightly hollow. Let the batter stand for 20 minutes.
6. 6
   Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.