Banana Bread

(*Makes 2 loaves)

3 eggs
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
1 1/2 tsp almond extract
1/2 cup canola oil
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
3 cups flour
1 1/2 - 2 cups mashed banana (3-4 bananas)

Beat together wet ingredients. Combine and add dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.



Orange Glaze

3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup fresh squeezed orange juice
1 Tbsp butter
1/2 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp almond extract

Combine all ingredients and bring to a boil for 20-30 seconds. Pour half of mixture over each loaf of bread. Leave bread in pan with glaze for 15 minutes to allow glaze to soak in.