3 tbsp. butter
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. cream of tartar
2 cups all purpose flour
1 cup milk

Stir together ingredients (do not beat). Pour into muffin pans and bake in a preheated 350°F oven for 20 minutes or until set in center (test using a toothpick). Be sure not to overbake.

May add raisins, chopped fruit, Craisins, etc. If you like, add vanilla, lemon or orange flavoring (1/2-1 tsp.).