Ingredients

  • 3 c. flour
  • 2 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. cloves
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 c. butter
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 1/2 c. brown sugar
  • 4 eggs
  • 2 c. cooked pumpkin (Libby's)
  • 1/2 c. water
  • 1/2 c. chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1/2 c. raisins (optional)

Method

  • Sift together flour, soda, baking powder and spices.
  • In a large mixing bowl, cream butter and sugar.
  • Beat in eggs and stir in pumpkin.
  • Alternate adding flour with water about 3 times until all is used.
  • Stir in walnuts and raisins.
  • Pour batter into 2 greased loaf pans.
  • Bake at 350° for 50 to 60 minutes.
  • Makes 2 loaves.