These sticky, sweet peach upside-down muffins are wonderful for brunch.

Peach Upside-Down Muffins

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup vegetable shortening, melted
2 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 cup butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
6 peaches, sliced

1. In a medium bowl blend together egg, milk and melted shortening. Set aside.
2. Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Fold into egg mixture until just combined.
3. Divide butter and brown sugar among 2 muffin tins. Heat in a 375°F (190°C) oven until melted about 5 minutes.
4. Arrange sliced peaches in muffin cups over melted butter/sugar mixture and spoon the batter on top.
5. Bake for additional 25 minutes or until center is set. Remove from oven. Invert onto a wire rack; let cool.

Makes 1 dozen muffins.