Ingredients

  • 2 c. flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 3/4 c. orange juice
  • 1 Tbsp. grated orange rind
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1/2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/4 c. shortening
  • 1 beaten egg

Method

  • Sift together the flour, sugar, powder, soda and salt.
  • Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse oatmeal.
  • Combine orange juice, rind and egg.
  • Add to the dry ingredients and mix just to moisten.
  • Carefully fold in 1/2 cup chopped nuts and 1 or 2 cups cranberries.
  • (If you use frozen cranberries, put them through the chopper in frozen state.)