Ingredients
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast1/3 cup warm water (110° to 115°)1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)1/3 cup butter, softened1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs5 to 5-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 cup chopped nuts
Preparation
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the bananas, sugar, milk, butter, salt, eggs and 3 cups flour. Beat on medium speed for 3 minutes. Stir in nuts. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a stiff batter. Do not knead.
Spoon into two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-1/2 hours.
Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and bread sounds hollow when tapped. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool.
