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These muffins are not only tasty, but they're also a
good source of fiber. In recent years, health experts have come to
realize that fiber is an important part of a heart-healthy diet.
Using Canola oil also increases the health benefits of these
muffins.
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1 egg
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1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup of
milk with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice added)
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1 cup oatmeal (either
quick-cooking or old-fashioned oatmeal; I like to use the
old-fashioned)
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1/2 cup of brown sugar
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1/2 cup cooking oil
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2 cups flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon baking soda
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1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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1 apple chopped
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1/2 cup raisins
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1/2 cup chopped walnuts
(optional)
Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees. Chop
apple and put into a mixing bowl. Add the raisins. Measure out the
remaining ingredients. Stir just until the dry ingredients are
moistened. Grease muffin cups and fill to 2/3 full. Bake for 20 to
25 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes,
then remove from the muffin tins. Makes 2 dozen muffins.
Hint: Instead of greasing the
muffin tins, use cupcake papers. That way you won't have to work so
hard to scrub out your muffin tins.
About The Author
LeAnn R. Ralph is the author of the books, "Christmas in Dairyland
(True Stories from a Wisconsin Farm)" -- "Give Me a Home Where the
Dairy Cows Roam" and "Cream of the Crop (More True Stories from a
Wisconsin Farm)." You are invited to read sample chapters, order
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