Gail'S Banana Nut Bread

Ingredients:
- 3/4 c. margarine
- 1/2 c. sugar
- 1 1/3 c. mashed bananas (3 medium)
- 2 eggs, well beaten
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 2 c. sifted flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- 3/4 tsp. salt
- 1/2 c. buttermilk
- 3/4 c. chopped walnuts

Directions:
- Combine butter and sugar thoroughly.
- Blend in bananas, eggs and vanilla.
- Sift flour, baking soda and salt.
- Add to banana mixture, alternating after each addition.
- Add nuts; mix.
- Pour into greased and floured 9 x 5 x 3-inch loaf pan.
- Bake at 350° for 1 to 1 1/4 hours.