Easy Banana Bread

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• 1 package 18.25 ounce (517g) white cake mix
• 1 cup (250 ml) ripe banana (about 2 medium), mashed
• 1/2 cup (125 ml) buttermilk
• 1/3 cup (80 ml) vegetable oil
• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup (250 ml) chopped nuts, (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. Grease bottom and sides of two 9x5x3 inch (23 x 13 x 6 cm) loaf pans with shortening; lightly flour.
3. In a large bowl, beat cake mix, bananas, buttermilk, oil, and eggs with electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes. Stir in nuts if desired. Pour into prepared pans.
4. Bake for 40 minutes or until toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow cake to cool 10 minutes before removing from pan. Repeat for second loaf.