So what is a person to do with two very over-ripe bananas? Throw them out? I think not! Being both thrifty and whimsical I found an easy recipe for banana bread and at QC’s request added some raisins. In hindsight, I should have added more raisins. Next time I will use a whole cup instead of half. (Below recipe modified)

The recipe called for two tablespoons of sugar to be sprinkled on the top of the loaf prior to baking. This added a nice crunch and caramelization to the loaf. However, one tablespoon would probably be adequate. (Below recipe modified.)

Banana Raisin Bread

INGREDIENTS
• 2 cups flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3⁄4 cup sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1⁄4 cup oil
• 1⁄4 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 2 ripe bananas, mashed
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 tablespoon sugar

METHOD

1. Preheat oven to 350F
2. Mix dry ingredients in a mixing bowl.
3. Mix wet ingredients in another bowl.
4. Combine wet and dry ingredients.
5. Pour in loaf pan sprayed with baking spray with flour and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons sugar.
6. Bake for about an hour, until golden brown.
7. Cool completely before slicing.