Eggnog Christmas Muffins

	Easy to prepare muffins. The eggnog gives these a very distinctive flavour. Prep:25min Cook:25min Servings:16	Lor

Ingredients:

3 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar
3 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 egg
1-3/4 cups eggnog
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup raisins (soaked in boiling water and drained)
Note: You can always add maraschino cherries, well drained and chopped. This adds a festive appearance.
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Directions:

Combine dry ingredients in lg bowl.
In another bowl, mix egg, eggnog, and oil.
Stir wet ingredients into dry ingredients, just until moistened.
Fold in raisins and pecans.
Fill greased or lined muffin cups two thirds full.
Bake at 350* for 25 - 30 minutes.