Banana Nut Bread

Cream together shortening and sugar; add eggs and beat well. Sift together dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with banana, blending well after each addition.

Stir in nuts. Pour into well-greased 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan.

Bake in moderate oven (350°) for 45 to 50 minutes or until done.

Remove from pan; cook on rack.

Wrap and store overnight.