Carrot-Apple Muffins w/Raisins and Pecans

This recipe has been slimmed down from one found at Epicurious.com, credited to Groumet 1998.

2/3 c all purpose flour

2/3 c whole wheat flour

1.5 tsp cinnimon

1.5 tsp baking soda

.5 tsp salt

1/2 + 1/3 c sugar

3 medium carrots or 4 small, about 1/4 a pound, shredded

1/2 c pecans, chopped

1/2 c raisins

1 egg + 2 egg whites

1/2 c apple sauce

1/2 c corn oil

1.5 tsp vanilla

3/4 large Granny Smith apple, shredded (about 1/2 - 2/3 c)

Preheat oven to 350.

Mix dry ingredients with a whisk. Add in carrots and apples. Whisk in eggs, oil, apple sauce, and vanilla until well blended. Stir in pecans and raisins.

Divide batter among muffin cups. Bake for 15-20 minutes until tester comes out clean.

Makes 1 dozen.