Barbara,.LA (5:32:39 PM) :

Orange Almond Muffins

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup sugar
3 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1/3 cup oil
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1/2 cup water
1 egg
3/4 cup almonds, toasted and chopped

In a large bowl combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, almond extract, orange zest, oil, evaporated milk, water, and beat with and electric mixer at high speed for 30 seconds until blended. Fold in 3/4 cup of chopped almonds. Spoon the batter onto 18 greased or paper-lined muffin cups to 2/3 full. Bake in a 375°F oven for 15-18 minutes. Remove from pan, and cool on wire rack.