Ingredients

  • 2 c. flour, sifted
  • 1 tsp. baking powder
  • 1 tsp. soda
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. shortening
  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1 c. pumpkin
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 3/4 c. nuts, chopped
  • 3/4 c. raisins

Method

  • Sift flour, baking powder, soda, cinnamon and salt together. Set aside.
  • Cream shortening; add sugar, pumpkin and egg.
  • Mix well.
  • Add dry ingredients, nuts, raisins and vanilla.
  • Mix until well blended.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls onto cookie sheet.
  • Bake 10 to 12 minutes in a 350° oven.