Country Bran Muffins

Directions

Combine 40% Bran Flakes and boiling water in bowl.

Let stand 10 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Spoon batter into well-greased 1½-inch muffin-pan cups, filling 2/3rds full.

Bake in 400℉ (200℃) oven 25 minutes or until golden brown.

Serve hot with butter and jam.

NOTE: Batter can be stored for a few days in the refrigerator.

Bake as directed.