In large mixing bowl, add your bananas. Use your mixer to mash them. Add in the remaining wet ingredients (shortening, vanilla, and eggs). Mix well.
Add in your dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
Pour into a well greased 9 x 5 inch loaf pan. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean from the middle.
Notes
Store any leftovers in plastic storage wrap or in an airtight container at room temperature. The banana bread will be good for up to four days after making.Nutritional information is an estimate only.