1 c. white sugar
2/3 c. shortening
2 c. pumpkin
3 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. allspice
1 c. brown sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 c. chopped nuts (optional)
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt

Mix all above ingredients and bake in a 350 degree oven.

ICING FOR PUMPKIN COOKIES:

1/2 c. sugar
2 tbsp. butter
1/2 c. milk
Powdered sugar

Boil 1 minute. Add powdered sugar until right spreading consistency.