JANET’S RICH BANANA BREAD

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## 👩‍🍳 Instructions:

1. **Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).**
Grease a 4×8 inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

2. **Mix Wet Ingredients:**
In a mixing bowl, mash the bananas with a fork until smooth. Stir in the melted butter.

3. **Add Sugar, Egg & Vanilla:**
Mix in the sugar, beaten egg, and vanilla extract until fully combined.

4. **Add Dry Ingredients:**
Sprinkle in the baking soda and salt, then stir in the flour. Mix just until everything is incorporated—don’t overmix!

5. **Bake:**
Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

6. **Cool & Slice:**
Let the banana bread cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Slice and serve!

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## 💡 Tips & Variations:

– **Go nutty:** Add 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans for crunch.
– **Choco-lovers:** Stir in chocolate chips for a sweeter twist.
– **Mini loaves:** This recipe also works great in muffin tins or mini loaf pans—just adjust the bake time accordingly.

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## Final Thoughts

Whether it’s breakfast, a snack, or dessert, **Janet’s Rich Banana Bread** is the kind of recipe that feels like a warm hug. It’s simple, satisfying, and always hits the spot. Bake it for your family, share it with a neighbor, or keep the whole loaf to yourself—we won’t judge.

So next time you see those spotty bananas on your counter, you’ll know exactly what to do. 🍌💛

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