2 c. shortening
2 c. pumpkin
2 tsp. vanilla
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 c. raisins
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
2 tsp. cinnamon
4 c. flour
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. allspice
1 c. chopped walnuts

Mix all together. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart on greased cookie sheets. Bake 12-15 minutes at 350 degrees. Makes approximately 9 dozen. Cool on racks and frost with vanilla or butter frosting.