1 c. of 3 Minute Brand Oats (quick or old fashion)
1 1/2 c. flour
1 1/4 c. Cheddar cheese
3 tbsp. sugar
1 tbsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. salt (optional)
1/4 tsp. black pepper
1/2 lb. bacon, cooked & crumbled
1/3 c. vegetable oil
1 egg
1 c. skim milk

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease muffin pan well. In large bowl, combine oats, flour, sugar, baking powder and seasonings. Set aside. In another bowl combine oil, egg and milk. Make a well in center of dry mixture. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; stir until just moistened. Gently fold in bacon and cheese. Portion muffin batter evenly into prepared muffin tin (about 1/3 cup). Bake about 20 to 25 minutes until lightly golden brown. Makes 12 muffins.