the best banana bread recipe

Ingredients: 2 to 3 ripe bananas, mashed 1/3 cup melted butter 3/4 cup granulated sugar (you can reduce to 1/2 cup if you prefer it less sweet) 1 large egg, beaten 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon baking soda A pinch of salt 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Optional Add-Ins: 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)