Gramma's Banana Bread

1 3/4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
2/3 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. mashed bananas
1/4 c. melted shortening
1/2 c. nuts (opt.)

Sift together the 5 dry ingredients. Add unbeaten eggs, bananas and cooled shortening. Stir quickly and lightly; add nuts and stir. Pour into greased and floured loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for about 1 hour. Farmer's Day Fair winner!