Oatmeal Rasin Muffins

Oatmeal Raisin Muffins

1 cup raisins
1 cup water
3/4 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups white sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Directions

Simmer raisins and water over medium heat until raisins are plump, about 15 minutes. Drain raisins, reserving the liquid. Add enough water to reserved liquid to measure 1/2 cup.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Mix the shortening, sugar, eggs and vanilla thoroughly. Stir in reserved liquid. Blend in the remaining ingredients. Pour into muffin pan. Makes 22.