Banana Squares

• 2 eggs, separated
• 2/3 c. shortening
• 1 1/2 c. sugar
• 1 c. mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3)
• 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
• 1 Tbsp. baking soda
• 1/4 c. sour milk*
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract

1. In a small mixing bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Beat in egg yolks; mix well.
3. Add bananas.
4. Combine flour and baking soda.
5. Add to creamed mixture alternating with milk, beating well after each addition.
6. Add vanilla; fold in egg whites.
7. Fold in nuts if desired.
8. Pour into greased 9 x 13-inch baking pan. Bake at 350u0b0 for 40 to 50 minutes.
9. Cool on wire rack.
10. If desired, garnish with whipped cream or banana slices.
11. Yield:
12. 12 to 16 servings.

eggs, shortening, sugar, mashed ripe bananas, flour, baking soda, sour milk, vanilla extract

Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=443831 (may not work)