Country Bran Muffins

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine 40% Bran Flakes and boiling water in bowl. Let stand 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Sift together flour, baking soda and salt; set aside.

3. 3

   Cream together shortening and sugar in large mixing bowl until light and fluffy, using electric mixer at medium speed.

4. 4

   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

5. 5

   Stir in Bran Flakes mixture and all-bran into creamed mixture.

6. 6

   Add dry ingredients alternately with butter/sour milk to creamed mixture, mixing just enough to moisten.

7. 7

   Spoon batter into well-greased 1 1/2-inch muffin-pan cups, filling 2/3rds full.

8. 8

   Bake in 400 degree F. oven 25 minutes or until golden brown.

9. 9

   Serve hot with butter and jam.