1/3 Cup shortening

2/3 Cup honey

2 Eggs, slightly beaten

1¾ Cups sifted all-purpose flour

½ Teaspoon salt

1 Cup mashed bananas

2¾ Teaspoons baking powder

Beat shortening until creamy and glossy; gradually add honey, beating until light and fluffy after each addition.

Add eggs and beat until thick and pale lemon in color.

Sift dry ingredients; add alternately with bananas, blend thoroughly after each addition.

Grease bottom only of a 4½ x 8½ x 3-inch loaf pan. Turn batter into pan.

Bake in 350° F preheated oven for 60-70 minutes or until cake tester inserted in center comes out clean and dry.

Let bread partially cool in pan (20-30 minutes) before turning onto rack.

Yield: One loaf

Frosting: Combine 1 cup powdered sugar, ¼ cup honey and 3 tablespoons water. Mix well and drizzle over top of bread.