Can always make several loaves! They never last long Georgia Lynn

1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 9×5 inch loaf pan.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. In another bowl, combine the crushed pineapple, eggs, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.

4. Stir the wet ingredients into the flour mixture just until moistened. Fold in the walnuts if using.

5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan.

6. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 to 65 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the loaf comes out clean.

7. Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

For a little twist, you can add a half cup of coconut flakes to the batter to enhance the tropical flavor. If you’re feeling adventurous, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for a warm spice note. For those who enjoy a citrusy zing, a tablespoon of orange zest mixed into the batter works wonderfully as well.