Oatmeal-Raisins-Pecan Muffins

Ingredients

1 cup quick-cooking oats
1 cup buttermilk
1 egg
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup shortening, melted and cooled
1 cup self-rising flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped pecans

Preparation

In a small bowl, pour buttermilk over oats. Soak for 1 hour in refrigerator. Beat egg and add to oats. Stir in brown sugar and melted shortening. Mix flour, baking powder and baking soda, and stir into mixture. Fold in raisins and pecans. Spoon into 6 greased muffin tins. Bake at 375 F for 10-15 minutes or until lightly browned. Serve hot with butter or cream cheese.