Mom's Royal Blueberry Bran Muffins

These are the blueberry muffins Mom makes every Christmas. They are nutritious and delicious!

Combine and Set Aside:

2 c boiling water

2 c All Bran cereal

3 c sugar

1 c shortening or oil

Mix and Add with the Above Ingredients:

4 eggs

1 qt. buttermilk

Then Add:

5 c. flour (Mom usually uses fresh ground white wheat)

3 tsp. soda

3 tsp. salt

Mix all ingredients well.

Last Add:

4 c 40% bran flakes

2 c blueberries

Mix well and place in refrigerator. Do not use 1st day. Keep covered. When ready, fill greased muffin pan about 2/3 full in each cup.

Bake 15-20 minutes at 350 degrees. Batter keeps in refrigerator up to 6 weeks. Cooked muffins also freeze well.