Bran Muffin Mix

My mother-in-law makes this all the time, it really is so good and (somewhat) healthy! I don't know any kids that haven't liked it. Luke will eat these all day if I let him.The mix stores in the fridge for a long time, so you can have fresh muffins whenever you want! They can also be frozen in a ziplock baggie and stored in the freezer. Toss them in the microwave for a few seconds and they are delicious!

2 c. 100% Bran flakes (any brand)
4 c. All-Bran cereal
2 c. boiling water
1 qt. buttermilk
1 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
4 eggs
4 c. flour (I do at least half whole wheat)
4 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp salt

Mix bran cereals together in bowl. Microwave the water and pour over cereals, let sit for a few minutes. Add buttermilk. In large bowl cream shortening, sugar (the unhealthy parts!), and eggs. Add to bran mixture. Mix together flours, soda and salt and add it to the rest. The mixture can be stored in air tight container for 30 days in the refrigerator. Use as needed. 
Bake 12-20 minutes at 400. Stick in toothpick to check if it's done.