Instructions: 1. Preheat oven to 350F (180C).

2. Grease two 8-inch round cake pans with shortening and line with waxed paper.

3. Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.

4. Cream shortening, sugar and eggs on high speed until light and fluffy.

5. Add banana and vanilla.

6. Add dry ingredients on low speed, alternating with buttermilk, mixing lightly after each addition.

7. Stir in grated chocolate.

8. Spread batter evenly in greased pans.

9. Bake at 350F (180C) for 30 to 35 minutes. Cool 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks.

Frosting:

1. Beat all ingredients together at high speed until smooth and light. Use just enough milk to make a spreading consistency.

2. Frost cake layers.

3. Decorate with chocolate curls.

Makes: About 8 servings. Freezing:
Excellent

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