Banana-Nut Bread II

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 cup white sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup mashed ripe bananas
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9x5 inch loaf pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
3. Mash the bananas in a separate bowl, then stir the mashed bananas into the creamed mixture.
4. Stir in the walnuts. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; stir into the banana mixture until just blended.
5. Pour batter into prepared pan.
6. Bake in preheated oven for 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into center of the loaf comes out clean.
7. Let bread cool in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack.

Interesting Facts

• Bananas are a healthy source of potassium, fiber, and vitamin B6.
• Walnuts are a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, protein, and fiber.
• Banana-Nut Bread is a great way to use up overripe bananas.