| 4 | C | Flour |
| 3 | C | Sugar |
| 2 | Tsp. | Baking Soda |
| 1 | Tsp. | Baking Powder |
| 1 | Tsp. | Nutmeg |
| 1 | Tsp. | Cinnamon |
| 1 | Tsp. | Allspice |
| 1 | Tsp. | Salt (optional) |
| 1/2 | Tsp. | Cloves |
| 1 | C | Oil Wesson or Crisco - others don't work as well |
| 2/3 | C | Water (COLD) |
| 1 | Can (16 0z) | Soild Pack Pumpkin (like Libby's) |
| 4 | Eggs |
Put all dry ingredients in a large bowl. Make a well in the middle and add all other ingredients (except eggs). Batter will be stiff. Add eggs (one at a time) and beat well. A cup of chopped walnuts and/or raisins may also be added if desired. Bake at 350 for one hour (for large loaves) and 30 to 45 minutes for small loaves. Makes 4 large loaves or 8 to 10 small loaves.