In a large mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients; stir in nuts and set aside.

In a separate large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients and whisk together until well blended.

Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring just until the dry ingredients are well incorporated – do not over beat.

Spoon batter into paper-lined muffin tins or 2 greased and floured 6x11 loaf pans.

Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with sticky crumbs. (For muffins, reduce baking time and check for doneness at 20 minutes).