Banana Applesauce Bread

2 c. sugar
1 c. oil
2 c. banana, mashed
1 c. applesauce
3 c. flour
3 T. cinnamon
1 T. baking powder
1 T. baking soda
1 t. salt
1 t. vanilla
1/2 c. raisins, optional
1/2 c. nuts, optional

Mix sugar, oil, banana, and applesauce. Stir in flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Add vanilla, raisins and nuts. Blend well and pour into two loaf pans that are well greased and lightly floured. Bake at 350° for 1 hour or until toothpick comes out clean.

Variation: Substitute 2 c. zucchini in place of banana for zucchini bread.

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