Orange-Mango Macadamia Nut Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 350 degrees.
2. 2
   Grease and flour two 9-inch loaf pans.
3. 3
   Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and ginger; set aside.
4. 4
   With an electric mixer on medium speed, blend the sugars and eggs until sugars are dissolved.
5. 5
   Add oil, buttermilk, orange juice and zest and continuing to blend well.
6. 6
   Lower the mixer speed and add the flour mixture.
7. 7
   Beat only until well mixed.
8. 8
   (It is very important not to over-mix a quick bread or you will end with a very dense bread).
9. 9
   By hand, add the diced mango and chopped nuts and stir gently.
10. 10
    Divide batter into the two loaf pans.
11. 11
    Bake for 1 hour or until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of the loaf.
12. 12
    Let cool for 15 minutes prior to removing to a wire rack to cool completely.