1 c. pumpkin ( use canned pumpkin)
1-1/2 c. sugar
1/3 c. water
1/2 c. oil
1 tsp. vanilla
1-3/4c. flour
1/2 tsp. each: baking powder, nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon, salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. chopped nuts (optional) ,
1/2 c. raisins
Put eggs in a mixing bowl and beat well.
Add the pumpkin, sugar, water, oil and vanilla. Stir well.
Add the remaining ingredients. Mix thoroughly.
Bake at 350 degrees for 1-1/2hrs if using a long loaf pan.
You can also use 2 small bread pans.
This is a "good keeper" and freezes well.