1 c. bran flakes
1 c. shredded wheat
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2 eggs
1/2 c. raisins
1/2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. baking powder
2 1/4 tsp. baking soda
2 c. buttermilk
1/2 c. cut dates
Salt
Vanilla

Crush bran flakes and shredded wheat. Add 1/4 cup boiling water; let stand until cool. Grease muffin tins (or batter may be stored in refrigerator 3 weeks). Bake when needed at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes.