3 1/2 c. flour, sifted
2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
3 c. white sugar
1 c. salad oil
4 eggs
2/3 c. water
2 c. canned pumpkin

Sift together all dry ingredients. Make a well in center of dry mixture and add the remaining ingredients and beat until smooth. Add nuts, if desired. Bake in greased and floured loaf pans, 1 hour at 350 degrees.