Making Date Muffins

15. Use Pastry Cutter

Using the pastry cutter will break up the clumps of shortening and also help mix the mixture. Be sure to do the sides and scrape the bottom as well. From time to time use a kitchen knife to clear any shortening that clinged to the cutter. In a short time it will all be mixed well. Take time to enjoy the moment. A little music on the radio will comfort you. The 12 paper muffin cups sit nearby in a muffin tin.