Pumpkin Muffins

When Autumn arrives, so does the wonderful array of pumpkin treats.  A former supervisor of mine passed on a recipe for pumpkin muffins that I absolutely love.  They are moist and flavorful, yet not overpowering in one spice.  I don't put frosting on these because I don't think they need them; however, cream cheese frosting is a good option for those who desire it.  Next time, I might add 1/3 of brown sugar in place of 1/4 of it for extra sweetness and flavor. 

Pumpkin Muffins

Ingredients

• 1 15 oz. can of pumpkin puree
• 2/3 cup cold water
• 1 cup oil
• 3 eggs
• 3 1/4 cups flour
• 3 cups sugar
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons nutmeg
• 3 teaspoons cinnamon

Preheat the oven to 350°.  Mix the liquid ingredients first; then, add the (sifted) dry ingredients.  Bake the muffins for 30-35 minutes (rotating the pans halfway through).  This recipe creates 24 perfect muffins.