3 c. shredded zucchini (about 3 med.)
1 2/3 c. sugar
2/3 c. vegetable oil
2 tsp. vanilla
4 eggs
3 c. Gold Medal all purpose flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. coarsely chopped nuts
1/2 c. raisins, if desired

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease bottom only of 24 medium muffin cups or line with paper baking cups. Mix zucchini, sugar, oil, vanilla and eggs in a large bowl. Stir in remaining ingredients. Fill cups about 3/4 full. Bake 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown. 2 doz. muffins.