SIMPLY BANANA BREAD

           Per the request of many of you, I have decided to share this recipe that has been in my family for generations. I do not keep it a secrete that baking is not really my strong suit, so for this recipe to be as consistent and good as it is, it must be simple.

            Banana bread is one of my favorites. Not only is it flavorful and filling but it lends itself to the prevention of one of my biggest pet peeves; FOOD WASTE! Bananas are one of the most wasted foods in the world, yet most do not realize the banana is not even truly read for use till after most stores or families throw them away. There is a difference between rotten and ripened.

            But enough about me and my peeves… Let us get right to it… I offer to you… SIMPLE BANANA BREAD!!

 

INGREDIENTS

½ cup Butter, softened

1 cup Granulated Sugar

2 Large Eggs, beaten

3 Bananas (Fork Smashed; See Picture)

1 ½ cups All Purpose Flour

1 tsp. Baking Soda

½ tsp. Salt

½ tsp. Vanilla (Optional but HIGHLY recommended)

INSTRUCTIONS

1.      Preheat oven to 350 degrees F

2.      In a small bowl or mixer on low speed, cream together the butter and sugar (Cream, also known as blend till combined with a fork, smoosh, or take your days anger out on it)

3.      Once combined, add smooshed bananas and eggs. Combine well.

4.       While mixing, add flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix well.

5.      Add vanilla if you choose to use it.

6.      Mix well until well combined.

7.      Using 2-8 inch loaf pans or 1-9 inch loaf pan, grease and flour the pan to prevent sticking.

8.      Pour mix into loaf pans no higher than half full to allow for rising during baking.

9.      Place in oven and bake for 40-55 minutes.

10.  Once done remove from loaf pans and ENJOY!

When this bread starts to bake, the smell brings me back to my youth. This is by far the simplest banana bread recipe I have seen. I hope you find it as easy as I do.

Gratefully Yours,

Chef Tufaro