1 beaten egg
4 tbsp. liquid shortening
3/4 c. milk
3/4 c. Malt-O-Meal cereal
1 1/4 c. flour (sifted)
1/2 c. sugar
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt (optional)

Combine all ingredients, stir until flour is moistened. Fill greased muffin cups 3/4 full. Bake 18 to 20 minutes at 400 degrees.

Variation: Add 1/2 cup fruit such as mashed banana or blueberries.