Thursday, October 30, 2008

Ginger Parsnip Muffins

No one will guess that the mystery ingredient in your muffins is parsnips. The grated raw vegetable adds fibre and moistness and is delicious paired with crystallized ginger and honey. This recipe works equally well with large-flake rolled oats or the quick-cooking (not instant) type.

INGREDIENTS

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1 Tbsp baking powder
1/2 tsp sea salt
2 Tbsp finely chopped crystallized ginger
1/2 cup raisins
1 egg
1 cup peeled, grated parsnip (1 medium)
3/4 cup milk
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil

DIRECTIONS

Grease muffin cups.

In large bowl, combine flour, rolled oats, baking powder, and salt. Stir in ginger and raisins; set aside.

In medium bowl, lightly beat egg; stir in grated parsnip, milk, honey, and oil until blended. Stir liquid ingredients into dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened. Spoon into muffins cups.

Bake in 400°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until firm to the touch. Cool in pan 5 minutes; remove muffins and cool on rack. Store in airtight containers.

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