Pineapple Nut Bread (Liberia)



1. Yield: 10-inch loaf

   Some of the most excellent bakers are the women from Liberia. This pineapple nut bread is a favorite among them. Usually served with cream cheese.

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 Cup Bran
• 1 Tablespoon Baking Powder
• 1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
• 1/2 Cup Chopped Roasted Peanuts (or Walnuts)
• 2 Eggs
• 3/4 Cup Crushed Drained Pineapple
• 2 1/2 Cups All Purpose Flour

Step #1 -In a 4-quart bowl combine 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, the bran, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and chopped roasted peanuts or walnuts.

Step #2 - Beat eggs until light.

Step #3 - Add 3/4 cup drained crushed pineapple

Step #4 - Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and stir thoroughly.

Step #5 - Bake at 350 degrees in greased loaf pan for 1 hr. Test with toothpick (when toothpick is dry, bread is done.)