Muffins and Loaf Breads:
Never beat muffin batter; mix it only until dry ingredients and liquid are blended. The mixture may look rough and lumpy, but baking will fix that. Grease muffin tins only on the bottom - not on the sides. Batter will then cling to the sides while baking, and better volume will result.
1 cup milk or diluted evaporated milk
2 cups flour
2 to 4 tbsps. shortening, melted
1 egg
3 tsps. baking powder
2 tbsps. sugar
3/4 tsp. salt
Sift flour; measure; add baking powder, salt and sugar. Sift again. Combine egg, milk, and melted shortening (slightly cooled). Pour into flour mixture and mix just enough to moisten. Bake.
Time, Temp and Yield:
20-25 minutes; 400°F; 12 to 15 medium sized
