Bran Muffins (Basic)

1 C 100% bran
½ TSP salt
1 C milk
½ C sugar
1¼ C flour
1 egg
1 TBS baking powder
¼ C melted margarine or cooking oil
½ C chopped nuts (optional)
¼ to ½ C raisins (optional)

Temperature: 400

Mix bran and milk, soak for 5 minutes. Place in mixing bowl and beat on medium speed for 1 minute. Add egg and oil then mix for one more minute. Combine dry ingredients and mix into batter on low speed 15 seconds, just until flour disappears. Fold in raisins and nuts. Spoon into paper muffin cups. Bake for 20-25 minutes. Makes 12.