Carrot Raisin Muffins Like Mimi's But Lighter Recipe

• 1/3 c. canola oil
• 1/3 c. lowfat buttermilk
• 1 c. brown sugar packed
• 1/3 c. pineapple juice drain from can below or possibly orange juice
• 1 lrg egg
• 3 x egg whites
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 1/2 c. unbleached flour
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 2 tsp baking pwdr
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 c. minced walnuts (optional)
• 8 ounce crushed pineapple liquid removed (reserve juice if you like)
• 1/2 c. raisins
• 1 c. very finely grated carrots

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