Yield: 6 servings
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 \N | Eggs; separated |
| ⅔ cup | Shortening |
| 1½ cup | Sugar |
| 1 cup | Mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3; med.) |
| 1½ cup | Flour |
| 1 teaspoon | Baking soda |
| ¼ cup | Sour milk* |
| ½ teaspoon | Vanilla extract |
| ½ cup | Chopped walnuts; optional |
"I made these banana squares often. They freeze well and make a great snack to have on hand when friends drop by for coffee." - Susan Miller Whipped cream and sliced bananas, opt.
In a small mixing bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; set aside. In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in egg yolks; mix well.
Add bananas. Combine flour and baking soda; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla.
Fold in egg whites.
Fold in nuts if desired. Pour into a greased 13x9x2" baking pan.
Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes.
Cool on a wire rack. If desired, garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a few banana slices.
* = To sour milk, place 1 tsp. white vinegar in a measuring cup. Add enough milk to equal ¼ cup
From: "Taste of Home" Magazine Posted by: Debbie Carlson (PHHW01A) - Prodigy