"The state tree of Texas is the pecan tree, so this recipe definitely represents my area. A friend shared the recipe with me. It's been in her family for years and years...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 cup butter or margarine, softened
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2-1/2 cups sugar
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4 eggs
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2 cups mashed ripe bananas (about 4 medium)
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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3-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons baking soda
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup buttermilk
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1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
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FROSTING:
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1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
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1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
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3-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Toasted chopped pecans