Howie and Jake's Carrot/Pecan Muffins

Howie and Jake, two conspicuous compatriots from Douglas who love to rough house and swim in the big lake, practically stand up and beg for these tasty treats.

These yummy muffins are low fat and very moist.

Ingredients:

1-cup all-purpose flour
One-half cup whole-wheat flour
1-cup sugar
One-half cup sweetened flaked coconut
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
3 tablespoons canola oil
2 large eggs, beaten
2 cups grated carrot
1 and one-quarter cup crushed pineapple, drained
One-third cup chopped pecans

Instructions:
Combine first eight ingredients in a large bowl and stir. In another bowl, combine rest of ingredients (except pecans) and stir well. Pour wet ingredients into bowl with dry ingredients and stir until moistened, then add pecans and stir gently. Spoon into 16 greased muffin tins and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on wire rack then remove from pan.

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