Fig Cupcakes

Directions

1. 1
   Pour boiling water over figs.
2. 2
   Cover and let stand 5 minutes. Drain and dry.
3. 3
   Sift all dry ingredients.
4. 4
   Cream shortening and sugar until fluffy.
5. 5
   Add eggs and beat well.
6. 6
   Add flour mixture alternately with milk.
7. 7
   Fold in chopped figs.
8. 8
   Fill muffin tins 2/3 full.
9. 9
   Bake at 400° for 20 minutes.
10. 10
    Makes 12 to 15.