Cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffyAdd eggs, one at a time, beating well after eachSift together dry ingredients and add to creamed mixture alternately with banana mixtureStir in chopped walnuts or pecans if desired (I used pecans)Do not over mix, add 1/2 cup (or more) chocolate chips (I used mini chocolate chips)Mix gently and Pour into a well greased 8 1/2 X 4 1/2 X 2 1/2 inch loaf panSprinkle remaining chocolate chips on the top if desiredBake in preheated oven at 350 degree...| meandmycaptain.com