1/4 c. sugar
1/4 c. shortening
1 egg
1 c. milk
1 3/4 c. flour
1/4 tsp. baking powder

Mix sugar and shortening together thoroughly. Blend in 1 egg. Sift flour and baking powder together. Stir in alternately with 1 cup milk. Fill greased muffin tins 2/3 full. Bake until golden brown. Serve hot. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Bake 20 to 23 minutes.