2 c. boiling water
2 c. white sugar
2 c. brand flakes
1 qt. buttermilk
5 tsp. baking soda
4 beaten eggs
2 c. chopped raisins or dates
5 c. sifted flour
1 c. shortening
4 c. all bran
1 c. nuts
1 tbsp. salt

Mix water and soda, let cool. Cream shortening, sugar and eggs, one at a time and beat well. Mix all dry ingredients in large container; mix altogether with the buttermilk. May be stored in refrigerator 6 weeks. Do not stir when dipping some out, leavening maybe disturbed, it won't be as light. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.