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Ingredients

  • 3 1/3 c. sifted flour
  • 2 tsp. soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. nutmeg
  • 3 c. sugar
  • 1 c. oil
  • 4 eggs
  • 2/3 c. water
  • 2 c. canned pumpkin (small can)

Method

  • Sift together dry ingredients, including sugar, into mixing bowl.
  • Make a well in dry ingredients and add all remaining ingredients.
  • Mix together until smooth.
  • Apportion batter into 3 conventional bread loaf pans that have been greased and floured. Bake at 350° for about 1 hour or until done.
  • Cool slightly in pans, then turn onto racks to finish cooling.
  • Wrap in foil or plastic and store in refrigerator or freeze, if desired.
  • Slice thin and spread with butter.
  • Serve open-faced or as small sandwich.
  • Bread should be made at least 1 day before using.
  • Makes 3 loaves.
  • Chopped pecans may be added.
  • Can substitute shredded zucchini in place of the pumpkin.