Dark Banana Bread

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 325F (160C).

2. 2

   Butter a 9 by 5-inch loaf pan.

3. 3

   Combine the white flour, whole-wheat flour, wheat germ, salt, and soda in a medium bowl and set aside.

4. 4

   In a large, heavy saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the honey until evenly mixed and just lukewarm.

5. 5

   Add the eggs and banana, combining thoroughly.

6. 6

   Stir in the dry ingredients in two parts, adding the hot water between additions to make a light, smooth dough.

7. 7

   Stir in nuts or fruits as desired.

8. 8

   Push into the prepared pan, level the surface.

9. 9

   Bake 70 minutes, or until humped, brown, and firm to the touch.

10. 10

    Cool in the pan on a rack.

11. 11

    Turn out, wrap well, and store a day before slicing.

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