Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Mash 3-4 overripe bananas until smooth in a mixing bowl.

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, ½ teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and a dash of nutmeg.

Blend the mashed bananas with ¾ cup of sugar and 2 eggs until well incorporated and smooth.

Gently combine the dry ingredient mixture into the wet banana mixture using a spatula.

Fold in about ½ cup of toasted walnuts or pecans if using.

Pour the batter into a greased 9x5-inch loaf pan and bake for 55 to 65 minutes.

Let the loaf cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.