Zucchini Nut Muffins

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Grease standard size muffin pans.
3. 3
   Sift flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon and cloves.
4. 4
   Set aside.
5. 5
   Combine sugar and eggs in large bowl of electric mixer and beat at medium speed for 2 minutes.
6. 6
   Gradually add oil in a slow steady stream, beating constantly for 2 to 3 minutes.
7. 7
   Add zucchini and vanilla and blend well.
8. 8
   Stir in nuts and raisins. Fold in sifted dry ingredients just until batter is evenly moistened.
9. 9
   Do not overmix.
10. 10
    Spoon batter into muffin pans, filling 2/3 full.
11. 11
    Bake until lightly browned, about 25 minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes, then turn muffins out on rack to cool.