Wow, did we ever just have an electrical storm! Thunder was crashing all around us and seemed to be continuous - just one long rumbling roll. And then of course we lost power. And it was almost darktime so I quickly found my headlamp and was able to read. I was so engrossed that I was startled when the power came back on. Of course Kirby hooked up his genset and had the TV back up and running his movie minutes after the power went out.
So, all clocks are reset, I have determined that the batteries in them are worthless and I have my computer back!! Yea! Life is good.
So, anyway, before all the power went away, I was thinking that it might be nice to follow Lucy's example and post recipes. I made this on Sunday so it will be my first.
History: When cruising Mexico back in 1995 I was listening in to someone else's radio conversation because I was bored sitting at this beautiful island. Sort of like having a party line for those who are not familiar with marine radio - or like reading someone's email. Anyway, they were sharing a recipe so I quickly jotted it down. Years later I met the recipe owner and had to 'fess up. She didn't even remember giving it out! So, here it is - the best ever Banana Bread you will ever eat!
Royal Venture Banana Bread
2 large bananas, mashed
1 tsp. baking soda
5 T. milk (I used soy milk and it was great)
1/2 Cup butter, softened
1 Cup Sugar
1 egg
1 1/3 Cup flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 Cup chopped nuts
1/2 Cup chopped dates (optional)
Mix together the bananas, soda and milk and let stand while you prepare the rest.
Cream the butter, sugar and egg together and then add the banana mixture.
Mix the flour and the baking powder and add to the banana-sugar mixture. Add the chopped nuts.
Poor into a prepared loaf pan and back at 325 degrees for 50 - 60 minutes.
This is a real winner! And very easy. Enjoy! And oh, yes, if you use dates it is Royal Venture Banana Date Nut Bread!
Does Kirby still have the glasses with the headlights on either side of them? I think I have a picture of that too...
ReplyDeleteOh Suzie, I just caught up with your new blog. I stupidly kept checking your old one wondering why you were not posting! Of course, I didn't read the last post, just kept seeing the pic of you cute little grandson in the same position which let let me know know there was nothing new. Oh, it's not good getting older.
ReplyDeleteOh my goodness, I just can't believe you ever listened in on someone else's radio transmission...no one, but no one in the cruising fleet does that! NOT!
Looks like you've gotten a goodie recipe. I plan to try it soon. We love dates in anything, so we should really like this one. I even put dates in my "Nutty Basmati Rice" dish. I'll post that sometime.
Heather - I have never seen those glasses but would love to see the picture.
ReplyDeleteLucy - I just loved your idea of sharing recipes on a blog - Kirby says life is just a copycat game!
I'm glad you like the recipe idea. My far reaching thought is to collect recipes from everyone we meet along the way of our upcoming adventure and post them with history and stories. Kinda like what you did with the Banana Bread. I think it will be fun. Luv ya!
ReplyDeleteOf course this is all a copycat game - or there would only be one blog in the world. So what. I'll find that picture for you Suzie. And keep the recipes coming! I can't wait for winter so I can bake and cook! I did use the bread machine today...
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