Happiness Muffins

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 325F.
2. 2
   Combine 1/4 cup of sugar and the ginger in small saucepan; cook on medium heat until sugar is melted, stirring frequently.
3. 3
   Remove from heat; set aside to cool.
4. 4
   Meanwhile, sift flour, baking soda, baking powder and salt together; set aside.
5. 5
   Beat butter and remaining 3/4 cup sugar in large bowl with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy.
6. 6
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
7. 7
   Add bananas, papaya and ginger mixture; mix well.
8. 8
   Gradually add flour mixture, mixing well after each addition.
9. 9
   Stir in the pecans.
10. 10
    Spoon evenly into 14 greased or paper-lined medium muffin cups.
11. 11
    Bake 25 min.
12. 12
    or until toothpick inserted in centers comes out clean.
13. 13
    Cool 5 min.
14. 14
    Remove from pans to wire racks.
15. 15
    Cool completely.