To John White, I think most bread machines have their own recipes for banana bread so it is probably better to look up specific recipes for your bread machine.

Ali, Knebworth, Herts

Fat-free version. Mash two bananas, add 250ml orange juice. Then mix 150g of wholemeal flour and 150g of white - both self raising - with the brown sugar and a pinch of cinnamon. Add to the banana and orange juice mix, then add one tablespoon of sunflower oil and an egg. cook for about an hour.

Fanine, london,

Can you use abreadmaker for this recipe?

John White, Old Kilpatrick, Scotland

I find it works better if you use sunflower oil instead of butter. The bread turns out more moist and stays fresh for longer (if it's not eaten immediately that is) and is "healthier" in terms of fat content.

Elena, Brussels, Belgium

A bit of rum added to the above recipe is also wonderful!

Anne, London, UK

Marscapone is also a great complement

Umachandran, oxford,

Good use of over ripe bananas in these times of tight budgets.

Add some walnuts. Serve with cream cheese, creme fraiche or sour cream to complement the sweetness.

M Khan, Peterborough, UK

To up the anti....get the ripest bananas you can find, peel them and freeze them over night. Thaw them the next day or the day you want to make the banana bread and mash. Use all the fluid that separates out, this process helps the bread stay moist. I always add a bit a banana flavoring or liquor.

Kazzrie , Denver, CO, USA