1/4 c. shortening
1/3 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. flour
1 c. oatmeal (Quaker Quick Oats)
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
2/3 c. milk
1/2 c. raisins (optional)

Mix sugar and shortening. Add eggs. Stir in remaining ingredients. Mix well. Fill muffin papers 2/3 - 3/4 full. Bake 400 degrees 20 minutes. Makes 10-12 muffins.

OAT-APPLE MUFFINS: Follow above recipe except reduce milk to 1/3 cup and add 1/3 cup applesauce.