Banana Bread (No Nuts)

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a loaf pan.

In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until smooth.

In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.

Add eggs one at a time to the butter mixture, mixing well after each addition.

Stir in vanilla extract and mashed bananas.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top.

Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.