In a large bowl, cream sugar and shortening for about 5 minutes (mixture does not get smooth).
Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with bananas, beating after each addition - then add chocolate chips if you choose. (the batter will be thick).
Spoon into a greased 9-in. x 9-in. glass pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 30 40 minutes or until bread tests done with a toothpick. Cool in pan for 10 minutes before eating.
Notes
- You can also bake this in bread pans but it will need to cook for 40 to 45 minutes.