1 egg
1/3 c. soft shortening
1 c. sugar or less
1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 c. milk

Cream shortening and sugar; add egg and beat well. Mix and sift flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg; add alternately with milk. Fill greased muffin pans 2/3 full and bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes.