Maple glazed carrots

1 lb baby carrots
2 T. butter
2 T. maple syrup-try Dee's in-a-pinch maple syrup :)
1/4 cup golden raisins-optional

Boil carrots in salted water until tender; drain.
In lg skillet heat butter and syrup over med. heat.
Add carrots; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add raisins, if desired.
Cook stirring frequently, 5 min. or until carrots are lightly browned and glazed.

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6 week muffins

Super easy muffins make up a batch and have fresh baked muffins for weeks!
This makes a big batch, but can be kept in fridge (NOT FREEZER) for 6-8 weeks

1 (15oz.) box Raisin bran
6 eggs-beaten
3 c. sugar
1 c. oil
5 c. flour
1 Qt. buttermilk
5 t. baking soda
2 t. salt
Mix all ingredients with bran, add eggs, oil & buttermilk. Mix well, cover and store in the refrigerator.
Bake as needed in greased muffin pans at 400* for 20 minutes or until done.