2 c. sugar
1 (16 oz.) can pumpkin
1 c. shortening
4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
1 (12 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips

Mix sugar, pumpkin and shortening. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bake 10 to 12 minutes at 350 degrees.