Fresh Berry Muffins

2 cups sifted flour (500 ml)
1/2 teaspoon salt (2 ml)
1 egg, beaten
2 tablespoons shortening, melted (25 ml)
2 teaspoons baking powder (10 ml)
2 tablespoons sugar (25 ml)
1 cup milk (250 ml)
1/2 cup fresh berries, sliced (125 ml)

Sift the dry ingredients, then moisten with the combined egg, milk and shortening. Stir in berries, stirring only enough to thoroughly blend. Bake in well greased muffin pans at 350∞ to 400∞F (165∞ to 200∞C), 20 to 25 minutes. Yield: 12 muffins.