My Mommy's Banana Bread

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350F and grease bread pan.

2. 2

   (8 1/2 X 4 1/2) All ingredients should be at room temperature for best results.

3. 3

   Sift the flour, then measure.

4. 4

   Resift flour with baking powder.

5. 5

   In a seperate bowl, beat shortening, sugar and lemon zest together until creamy.

6. 6

   Beat in eggs and banana.

7. 7

   Add the dry ingredients about 1/3 at a time, mixing to combine after each addition.

8. 8

   Fold in nuts.

9. 9

   Pour batter into the pan and bake about 50-60 minutes, until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

10. 10

    Let cool before slicing.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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