In # mixing bowl cream the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the molasses, then add the
eggs one at # time beating well after each. Dissolve the soda in # c with the buttermilk. In # separate bowl
combine the flour with the spices and add to the creamed mixture alternately with the buttermilk. Stir in the
pecans and raisins. Store the batter in an airtight container in the refrigerator. When ready to bake fill
greased muffin c 2/3 full. Bake in # 350 degree oven for about 20 minutes or until done. To bake unchilled,
reduce baking time to l5 minutes. Batter may be stored for several weeks in the refrigerator. Makes about 6
dozen muffins.