Canadiana in a pastry cup

I've been carrying this newspaper clipping around for so long that I'm committing it to LJ!

Peggy Morris's Amazing Butter Tarts

1 cup raisins
2 eggs
1/3 corn syrup
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 tbsp melted butter
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
18 Sweet Tart Pastry shells

In a small bowl, cover raisins with boiling water. Soak for 20 minutes, then drain and set aside.

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, corn syrup, brown sugar, butter and nuts. Stir in raisins.

Pour evenly into prepared tart shells.

Bake in pre-heated oven (450F) for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to 350F and open door slightly for 15-20 seconds to bring temperature down rapidly.

Bake for 15 minutes or until bubbling and deep golden brown.

Let cool for 10-15 minutse before removing from pan.