Orange Tea Muffins

Directions

1. 1
   Combine 1 cup sugar and orange juice.
2. 2
   Set aside.
3. 3
   Cream butter and remaining sugar; blend in sour cream. Combine dry ingredients and add to creamed mixture.
4. 4
   Beat at low just until ingredients are combined.
5. 5
   Stir in orange peel, raisins and nuts. The batter will be stiff.
6. 6
   Spoon batter into greased muffin cups, filling each cup completely.
7. 7
   Bake at 375° for about 12 minutes or until done.
8. 8
   While still warm, dip each muffin into reserved sugar/orange juice mixture.
9. 9
   Cool.