"The aroma of pumpkin bread baking never fails to whet the appetite. This classic recipe is tender, moist and perfectly spiced and creates a sugary crust around the edges.—Kathleene Baker, Plano, Texas..."
INGREDIENTS
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2/3 cup shortening
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2-2/3 cups sugar
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4 large eggs, room temperature
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1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
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2/3 cup water
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3-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking soda
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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2/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts