Apricot nut muffins

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
¾cupSugar
2tablespoonsShortening
1eachEgg; Large
¾cupApricot Nectar
4teaspoonsOrange Rind; Grated
3cupsWhole Wheat Flour
teaspoonBaking Powder
1teaspoonSalt
1cupApricots; Dried, ChoppedFine
¾cupChopped Nuts, Optional

Directions

Mix the sugar, shortening and egg until fluffy. Stir in the apricot nectar and orange rind. Sift together the flour, baking powder, salt and add to the creamed mixture. Blend in the apricots and nuts and add to the batter. Pour into the muffin tins, that have been sprayed with a non-stick coating. Let stand for 20 minutes and then bake at 350 degrees F. for 15 to 20 minutes or until done. Cool on racks.