1 can (29 oz.) pumpkin or squash
4 eggs
1 can (13 oz.) evaporated milk
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 pkg. yellow cake mix
2 sticks butter (1 c. melted)
1 c. chopped nuts (optional)

Beat first seven ingredients together and pour into ungreased 9x13 inch pan. Sprinkle with the dry cake mix; pour 1 cup melted butter over the top, covering all; sprinkle with nuts, if desired. Bake at 350 degrees for one hour. Top with whipped cream if desired.