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                                            Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 20 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 48  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    Whether your family prefers sweet or savory muffins, you can satisfy them with this versatile muffin mix. Included are directions to prepare plain, cheddar and cinnamon-raisin muffins.  Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                8 cups king arthur unbleached all-purpose flour  |  
                                                1 cup sugar  |  
                                                1/3 cup baking powder  |  
                                                1 tablespoon salt  |  
                                                1 cup shortening  |  
                                                additional ingredients:  |  
                                                1 egg  |  
                                                1 cup milk  |  
                                                for cheddar muffins:  |  
                                                3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese  |  
                                                1/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon  |  
                                                2 tablespoons minced chives  |  
                                                for cinnamon-raisin muffins:  |  
                                                1/2 cup raisins  |  
                                                1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Store in airtight containers in a cool dry place or in the freezer for up to 6 months. Yield: 4 batches (10 cups). 2. To prepare plain muffins: Place 2-1/2 cups muffin mix in a bowl. Whisk egg and milk; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. Fill greased or paper-lined muffin cups two-thirds full. Bake at 425° for 15-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack. 3. To prepare cheddar muffins: In a bowl, combine 2-1/2 cups muffin mix, cheese, bacon and chives. Whisk egg and milk; stir into cheese mixture just until moistened. Fill muffin cups and bake as directed for plain muffins. 4. To prepare cinnamon-raisin muffins: In a bowl, combine 2-1/2 cups muffin mix, raisins and cinnamon. Whisk egg and milk; stir into raisin mixture just until moistened. Fill muffin cups and bake as directed for plain muffins. Yield: 1 dozen per batch.                              | 
                         
                         
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