Ingredients

  • 2 3/4 c. sugar
  • 4 eggs, well beaten
  • 2/3 c. water
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. cloves
  • 2/3 c. raisins
  • 2/3 c. shortening
  • 2 c. pumpkin
  • 3 1/2 c. flour
  • 2 tsp. soda
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 2/3 c. chopped nuts

Method

  • Cream shortening and sugar; add eggs, water and pumpkin and mix well.
  • Sift dry ingredients and add to pumpkin mixture.
  • Stir just enough to mix well; add raisins and nuts.
  • Bake in two greased and floured loaf pans at 350° for 50 to 60 minutes.