Ingredients

  • 2/3 c. shortening
  • 2 2/3 c. sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 c. pumpkin
  • 2 tsp. soda
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. cloves
  • 2/3 c. water
  • 3 1/3 c. flour (all-purpose)
  • 2/3 c. nuts
  • 2/3 c. raisins
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder

Method

  • Grease 2 loaf pans or 3 (8 1/2 x 4 1/4 x 2 1/2) pans. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until fluffy; stir in eggs, pumpkin and water. Blend in flour, soda, baking powder and spices. Stir in nuts and raisins. Bake in preheated 350° oven for 70 minutes.