2 c. buttermilk
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 tsp. salt
3 eggs
2 tbsp. sugar

Beat egg yolks; add sugar, salt and milk. Add the remaining ingredients that have been sifted together. Last, fold in stiffly beaten egg whites.

Place small amount of liquid shortening in each cup of muffin pan. Fill 2/3 full. Cook in 350 degree oven until bubbly; turn carefully and finish baking other side. Optional, may put a dab of applesauce in the middle of each.