Banana Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In a bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
2. 2
   Add banana, buttermilk, shortening, eggs and vanilla.
3. 3
   Beat with an electric mixer on low speed until combined.
4. 4
   Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes.
5. 5
   Pour batter into 2 greased and floured 8 x 1 1/2-inch or 9 x 1 1/2-inch round or 1 (9 x 13-inch) oblong pan. Bake in a 350° oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
6. 6
   Cool on racks for 10 minutes.
7. 7
   Remove round cakes; cool on racks.
8. 8
   Serves 12.