Instructions: Cream shortening & sugar & add the egg & beat. Add the bran & the sour milk in which the soda has been dissolved. Add flour, baking powder & salt. Bake at 375F for 15-20 mins. Dates may be added. Cook the dates with a little water & let them cool. Mix the date mixture with flour before adding to batter.

Makes 8 large muffins. (Pour maple syrup over these for a yummy dessert).

If you would like to email yourself the recipe for later use, or share the recipe with your friends or family, enter the email addresses below and this recipe will be emailed to you and others as well.