1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. canned pumpkin
2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. cloves and ginger
1/2 to 1 c. nuts

Cream shortening and sugar; add egg, vanilla, add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and spices and pumpkin in a large bowl. Mix well. Drop from teaspoon on greased cookie sheet. Bake in oven at 375 degrees 10-12 minutes or until light brown. Makes about 3 dozen. This recipe is over 100 years old.