Molasses Muffins

Difficulty: easy Prep Time: Five Minutes Total Time: 30 Minuder an hour
3 cups flour
1 tsp baking powder
2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp allspice
1 tsp cloves
1/2 cup margarine
3/4 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup molasses
1 cup milk
1 cup raisins, optional

Sift dry together. Cream margarine and sugar together, beat in eggs one at a time; beat in molasses. Stir in dry with milk, stirring just enough to blend. Add more milk if too dry. Add raisins. Fill muffin pans 2/3 full. Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes. May be iced if desired.