Banana Nut Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Grease 2 loaf pans.
2. 2
   In a medium bowl, combine the flour, soda and salt with a wire whisk; set aside.
3. 3
   In a large bowl cream the butter and sugar. Add the eggs, bananas and vanilla. Beat at medium speed until thick.
4. 4
   Scrape down the sides of the bowl. Add the flour mixture and nuts. Blend at low speed just until combined. Do not overmix.
5. 5
   Pour the batter into the prepared pans. Bake for 60-70 minutes. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean and the bread should pull away from the sides.
6. 6
   Cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Turn the pans on the side; cool to room temperature before removing and slicing.