1/3 c. vegetable oil
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1 c. fresh or canned pumpkin puree'
3 eggs
1 c. sugar
2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 c. raisins
2 1/3 c. Bisquick
Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x5 inch loaf pan.

In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients together with a wooden spoon. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Bake for 45 minutes. Test with a knife-if the knife comes out clean, the bread is ready. If not, put it back in the oven for another 5 to 10 minutes. Cool before removing from the pan. Keep in a plastic bag, in a covered dish on the counter or in the refrigerator.

When you are ready to serve, cut out slices with a pumpkin-shaped cookie cutter and spread with cream cheese or jam.

Serves 12 to 18.