Ingredients

  • 3/4 c. salad oil
  • 3 c. sugar
  • 4 eggs, well beaten
  • 2 c. cooked pumpkin
  • 1 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 c. hot water
  • 1/2 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 3 1/2 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 jar maraschino cherries
  • walnuts (optional)

Method

  • Dissolve the soda in water and set aside.
  • Mix oil, sugar and eggs.
  • Mix well and add pumpkin.
  • Continue to mix and add soda water.
  • Add dry ingredients.
  • Add cherries and walnuts (optional). Divide into 3 loaf pans, greased and floured.
  • Bake in 350° oven for 50 to 60 minutes.