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Whole-Grain Banana Bread
Makes 8 to 10 servings
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Ingredients
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1/4
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cup plus 2 tablespoons wheat germ, divided
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2/3
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cup butter, softened
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1
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cup sugar
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2
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eggs
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1
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cup mashed bananas (2 to 3 bananas)
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1
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teaspoon vanilla
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1
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cup all-purpose flour
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1
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cup whole wheat pastry flour
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1
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teaspoon baking soda
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1/2
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teaspoon salt
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1/2
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cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
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Slow Cooker Directions
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1. Spray 1-quart casserole, soufflé dish or other high-sided baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Sprinkle dish with 2 tablespoons wheat germ.
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2. Beat butter and sugar in large bowl on medium speed of electric mixer until fluffy. Add eggs, 1 at a time; beat until blended. Add bananas and vanilla; beat until smooth.
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3. Gradually stir in flours, remaining 1/4 cup wheat germ, baking soda and salt. Stir in nuts, if desired. Pour batter into prepared dish; place in slow cooker. Cover; cook on HIGH 2 to 3 hours or until edges begin to brown and toothpick inserted into center comes out clean.
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4. Remove dish from slow cooker. Cool on wire rack about 10 minutes. Remove bread from dish; cool completely on wire rack.
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