MORNING GLORY MUFFINS

2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/3 cups sugar
2 teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
2 cups grated carrots
½ cup raisins
½ cup coconut (optional)
½ cup chopped pecans
1 (8 oz.) can crushed pineapple, drained
¾ cup vegetable oil or applesauce
6 egg whites, lightly beaten or ¾ cup egg substitute
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a large mixing bowl; stir in carrots and next 4 ingredients.
2. Make a well in center of mixture.
3. Combine oil/applesauce and remaining ingredients; add to flour mixture, stirring just until moistened.
4. Place paper baking cups in muffin pans.
5. Spoon batter into paper cups, filling two-thirds full; bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes or until golden brown.
6. Remove from pans immediately.

For more information contact:
    Geissler Baker, M.Ed.
    Extension Agent, Family & Consumer Sciences
    3309 Burlington Rd.,Greensboro, NC 27405
    Email: geissler_baker@ncsu.edu
    Phone: 336-375-5876 Fax: 336-375-2295
    Good Morning Show - October 8, 2005

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