Betty's Banana Bread

This was my first baking attempt, (well, pre-mix muffins don't count), and the start of my fascination with baking my own cakes and breads. I am still amazed how the combined ingredients can change so dramatically after some time in the oven. Creaming the butter was a bit of a challenge, but I eventually got there. I also only used one loaf pan for this recipe, which works fine. Always be sure to do your toothpick check, and oven times will vary.

1/2 cup Crisco (or 1 stick [1/2 cup] margarine) (1 stick = 113 g)
1 1/2 cups Sugar
Cream together

Add
2 eggs
3 or 4 Ripe bananas, mashed

Alternate, adding to the creamed mixture:
3 cups flour
1/2 tsp Salt
1/ tsp Baking soda
with
1/2 cup Buttermilk

Add:
1 tsp Vanilla

Pour into 2 prepared (buttered and floured) loaf pans.
Bake at 350 deg F (or 180 deg C) for about 50 to 60 minutes.
Test with toothpick to see if done (toothpick comes out dry).

Cool completely.

When cooled slice very thinly. Spread with butter or soft cream cheese and put another slice on top. Cut in half or thirds, layer in overlapping rows on a plate and serve. Delish!