APPLE CHEESE MUFFINS 
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2/3 c. grated cheese
3/4 c. uncooked oats
3/4 c. milk
Melted butter
1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. finely chopped apples
1/2 c. chopped nuts
12 slices apples
Cinnamon and sugar

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, beating well. Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Stir into shortening and sugar mixture. Stir in oats, apples, cheese, and nuts. Mix well. Add milk slowly, stirring only to moisten. Fill well greased tins 2/3 full. Dip apple slices in butter then in cinnamon and sugar. Press one slice into each cup of batter. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar. Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes.

 

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