Bran Flake Muffins - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 c. bran flakes
1 c. boiling water
1/2 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 c. buttermilk (regular whole milk can be used)
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
2 1/2 tsp. soda
1 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Pour boiling water over bran flakes and let stand 3 minutes; set aside.
In separate bowl, combine shortening, sugar and eggs; set aside.
Sift flour with soda and salt.
Now, combine all ingredients with buttermilk.
Bake in greased muffin pan in a preheated 400\u00b0 oven for 20 minutes.
Makes about 2 1/2 dozen. Batter may be kept in refrigerator up to 4 weeks.