Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup shortening
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon orange peel
  • 3/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Method

  • Blend shortening and sugar.
  • Add eggs and beat.
  • Stir in orange peel, juice, and milk.
  • Mix dry ingredients together.
  • Add dry ingredients to other ingredients.
  • Stir just until mixed together.
  • Pour into greased muffin cups.
  • Bake at 400 degrees F for 25-30 minutes, watching carefully.