Recipe : Aunt Betsy's Zucchini (or Banana) Bread

I didn't make zucchini bread this time - I had an overripe banana that needed a new purpose.  But this is a good base for either summer's zucchini bumper crop or bananas past their prime :)



In a mixing bowl, combine:

2 c sugar
1 c oil (I use canola)
3 eggs
2 c finely chopped or shredded zucchini or 2 ripe bananas
3 tsp cinnamon
3 tsp vanilla

Add to this mixture:

2 c flour
1 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 c nuts or raisins (optional)

Pour into 2 loaf pans and bake at 350 degrees for 70 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Note - I was lazy this time and poured into one 7x10" pan. 

Updated : I have tried this with whole wheat flour and it comes it just as tasty!  Also, to "clean" this up a bit, try using coconut oil instead of vegetable oil.