This recipe makes 6 dozen muffins. The batter may be kept 6 weeks covered in the refrigerator. Prepare recipe the day Before baking.
Pour boiling water over all bran & let stand. In very large bowl (or bath tub), cream butter, sugars & eggs. Add buttermilk & then bran mixture. Mix well. Premix flour, b/soda & salt & add to above mixture. Mix well. Add bran flakes & fold in until just combined. Add raisins or dates. Chill 1 day before baking. Spoon into pans & bake at 375°F for 15-20 mins.
