1 c. brown sugar
1 1/4 c. granulated sugar
1 1/4 c. shortening
4 eggs
2 c. cooked pumpkin
3 c. sifted flour
1 tbsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda
3 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/2 c. chopped pecans

1. In large mixing bowl, combine sugars, shortening and eggs; beat 2 minutes on medium speed of electric mixer; add pumpkin.

2. Sift together flour, salt, soda, and spices; gradually blend into creamed mixture. Beat 2 minutes at high speed. Stir in nuts.

3. Pour into greased and floured 10 inch tube pan.

4. Bake at 350 degrees for 60-65 minutes. Cool 15 minutes; remove from pan.

5. Frost with cream cheese frosting.