3 1/2 c. flour
3 c. light brown sugar
2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. chopped pecans
1 c. vegetable oil
3/4 c. cold water
4 eggs, lightly beaten
2 c. pumpkin

In very large bowl, mix first 7 ingredients by hand. In center of mixture, make a well and add remaining ingredients. Stir with spoon until mixed. Beat with electric mixer until smooth. Bake in greased and floured loaf pans (2 large or 3 small) at 350 degrees for 45-60 minutes (test). Cool 15 minutes in pan. Wrap in aluminum foil while warm. Refrigerate at least 24 hours before serving.