BRAN AND DATE MUFFINS

Bran and Date Muffins

Remember taking these over to a new neighbor one morning many years ago, still warm, wrapped in checkered cloth and nestled in a basket. Days gone by....

Stir until smooth then cool:

1 cup boiling water
1 cup dates
2 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

Cream:

1/2 cup shortening
1 cup granulated sugar
2 eggs

Add:

2 cups 100% All Bran
1/2 cup chopped nuts
1/2 tablespoon salt
2 cups buttermilk
2 1/2 cups flour
1 cup 40% Bran Flakes

Add the date mixture and bake in muffin pan for 15-20 minutes in a 400 degree F oven.

Refrigerate leftover dough; it will keep for a few weeks.