1/3 c. shortening (Crisco)
1 1/3 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. mashed pumpkin
1 2/3 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/3 c. water
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. chopped nuts
1/2 tsp. cinnamon

Cream shortening and sugar together. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in pumpkin. Sift dry ingredients together and add alternately with the water. Stir in vanilla and nuts. Turn batter into a greased 9"x5"x3" pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 50 minutes or until done. Makes one loaf. For a fancy loaf, frost with cream cheese.