1 c. white sugar
3/4 c. oil
2 eggs
1 tsp. baking soda dissolved in 1 tbsp. warm water
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. vanilla
11/2 c. all purpose flour
1 c. walnuts
1 c. grated carrot

Beat sugar, oil, and eggs. Add baking soda, water, and vanilla; mix. Add salt, baking powder, and flour. Mix and add grated carrot and nuts. Bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes. Bake in well greased muffin tins.