Butter tarts are well-known in Canada (as are Nanaimo bars). Do not know why they by no means caught on within the US.

Butter tarts

1/4c smooth butter

1/4c packed brown sugar

1/2c corn syrup

vanilla

1 egg

1/2c raisins (soak in sizzling water for 30min)

With a picket spoon, cream butter & sugar. Add syrup & vanilla. Combine. Add egg and blend effectively.

Pat raisins dry and divide amongst 12 tart shells. Spoon in filling. Bake 400°F for 18-19min.