1/2 lb. sausage
Butter, melted
2 c. all-purpose flour
1 tbsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. sugar
1 egg, slightly beaten
1/2 c. grated cheese
1 c. milk

Brown sausage, stirring to crumble; drain and reserve drippings. Add enough butter to drippings to equal 1/4 cup. Set aside.

Combine flour and next 3 ingredients in medium bowl.

In separate bowl, stir together egg, milk and drippings. Add to dry ingredients; stir to moisten. Fold in cheese and sausage. Spoon into greased muffin tin, filling 3/4 full. Bake at 375 degrees for 20 minutes. Makes 1 dozen muffins.