Pumpkin Bread V

This loaf features a strong pumpkin taste enhanced by brown sugar, with a lighter spice component that does not rely as much on cinnamon as other renditions of this popular bread. The optional nuts and raisins can be included to suit individual tastes.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 50 mins
• Total Time: 60 mins
• Calories: 257 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 eggs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• ¼ teaspoon baking soda
• ¼ cup milk
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ cup raisins (Optional)
• ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
• ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• ⅓ cup butter flavored shortening
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• ¼ cup chopped walnuts (Optional)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl combine flour, baking powder, salt, pumpkin pie spice, baking soda, and cloves.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, cream together shortening and brown sugar. Mix in eggs, pumpkin, and milk. Stir flour mixture into wet mixture until just combined. Fold in raisins and walnuts if desired. Pour into a greased and floured 9 x 5 inch loaf pan.

Step 3

Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees ) for 50 to 55 minutes.