Raised Cornmeal Muffins

Directions

1. 1
   Soften yeast in water; pour milk over cornmeal, salt, sugar and shortening.
2. 2
   Cool.
3. 3
   Beat in eggs and 2 cups flour.
4. 4
   Add yeast and mix well.
5. 5
   Stir in flour.
6. 6
   Cover and let rise until double in bulk, about 1 hour.
7. 7
   Stir down; spoon into greased muffin cups.
8. 8
   Fill about 1/3 full.
9. 9
   Cover and let rise until double in bulk.
10. 10
    Bake 15 to 20 minutes at 400°.
11. 11
    Brush with melted butter.
12. 12
    Makes about 2 dozen.