Instructions: Mix boiling water and baking soda; set aside and let cool. Cream together shortening, sugar and eggs using a large bowl or pan. Add other ingredients and mix. Fill muffin tins about 3/4 full and bake at 400 degrees for 20 minutes.

This may be mixed and will keep in tightly covered container in refrigerator for 6 weeks.

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