1 c. Crisco
1/2 c. light brown sugar
1 egg
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 1/2 c. self-rising flour
1 1/2 c. grated carrots
1/2 c. nuts, if desired

Cream shortening and sugar thoroughly. Add egg. Dissolve spices in 1 tablespoon hot water. Add grated carrot. Stir in dry ingredients. Bake in greased muffin pan 20-25 minutes at 375 degrees.