Best Bran Muffins Recipe

• 3 c. bran (All Bran, 100% Bran) cereal
• 1/2 c. vegetable oil
• 1 c. raisins (I sometimes use more)
• 1 c. boiling water
• 2 Large eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 c. buttermilk
• 1/4 c. molasses
• 2 1/4 c. whole wheat flour
• 4 teaspoon brown sugar
• 2 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 tbsp. wheat germ
• 3 bananas
• 2 c. granola (100% all natural cereal)
• 1 c. minced dry apricots (optional)
• 1 c. walnuts, coarsely cut (optional)

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