Portion Size: 1 Slice

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients	Notes:
1 3/4 cup flour
2/3 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup mashed ripe bananas
1/3 cup margarine
2 tablespoons nonfat milk
2 eggs
1/4 cup chopped nuts	(optional)

Directions:

Steps:	Directions:	Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1	In a large mixer bowl combine 1 cup of the flour, the sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
2	Add mashed banana, margarine, and milk.
3	Beat with an electric mixer on low speed till blended, then on high speed for 2 minutes.
4	Add eggs and remaining flour and beat till blended.
5	Stir in nuts.
6	Pour batter into a loaf pan sprayed with nonstick spray.
7	Bake in a 350 degree oven for 55 to 60 minutes or till a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean
8	Cool for 10 minutes on a wire rack.
9	Remove from the pan.	Store in air tight container for up to 72 hours.  May freeze for up to 30 days