Recipe: Banana Bread

PDF version available here.Recipe by: Ingredient Studio—Chefs Candy Argondizza & Marité AcostaPrep: 20 minutesCook: 1 hour and 20 minutesYield: One 9x5" loafIngredients:1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1 teaspoon baking powder1/2 teaspoon salt2 eggs lightly beaten1 cup sugar3 large, very ripe bananas mashed1/2 cup canola oilOptional: Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon for an added warm flavor. Toss in 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts that add flavor and extra protein.Directions:1. Pre-heat the oven to 350°.2. Butter and flour a 9-by-5-inch loaf pan. In a medium bowl combine the flour, baking soda, bakingpowder and salt. In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar until pale yellow. Stir in the mashedbananas and oil. Stir in the flour mixture, in three additions, until well combined.3. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for about 50 minutes, until the bread is goldenand a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Transfer the pan to a rack and let coolfor 15 minutes and then turn the bread out onto the rack and let cool completely.Chef ’s Notes: Slice and serve with plain yogurt for a great breakfast option.