Pumpkin-Bran Muffins

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Yields: 8 muffins

Ingredients

• 1  cup flour
• 2  tablespoons  vegetable oil
• 1⁄2 cup  natural bran
• 1⁄2 cup pumpkin, canned or cooked
• 1  tablespoon sugar
• 1  egg
• 2  teaspoons baking powder
• 3⁄4 cup  orange juice
• 1⁄2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1⁄3 cup raisins
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1  tablespoon wheat germ

Directions

1. Combine all the ingredients, except the wheat germ, in a mixing bowl.
2. Stir to blend.
3. Spoon into lightly oiled muffin tins (or paper baking cups sprayed with non-stick spray, my choice.) Sprinkle on the wheat germ.
4. Bake in a 400 degree oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned.