2 c. whole grain flour
1 1/2 c. bran
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda

2 c. buttermilk
1 egg, beaten
1/2 c. molasses or honey
2 tbsp. oil

Optional: 1/2 cup oatmeal, 1 egg and 1 tablespoon oil; OR orange rind, lemon rind, raisins, dates, nuts, chopped apricots, etc.; OR reduce buttermilk to 1 cup and add 1 cup applesauce, 1 teaspoon cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon cloves.

Combine until moistened. Fill greased and floured muffin tins. Bake at 350 degrees for approximately 25 minutes. Yield: 20 muffins.