The texture of this bread is fantastic! It stands up well to toasting and makes some wonderful French toast. I definitely recommend doubling this recipe. It is easily frozen too.

Banana Raisin Bread

• 1/3 cup butter or margarine, melted
• 2/3 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 cup (2 medium) mashed ripe bananas
• 3 tablespoons milk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup raisins

1. Cream the butter and sugar together for 5 minutes. Add eggs and vanilla, mix well. Add bananas and milk, mix well.

2. In a separate bowl, combine the flours, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt. Slowly stir the flour mixture into the banana mixture. Stir in the raisins.

3. Bake in a greased loaf pan at 350 degrees for 55 to 60 minutes.