GRANDMA'S PUMPKIN BREAD

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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

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 loaves (16 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2/3 cup shortening
2-2/3 cups sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin
2/3 cup water
3-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2/3 cup chopped pecans or walnuts

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs, pumpkin and water (mixture will appear curdled). Combine the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, baking powder, salt and nutmeg; gradually beat into pumpkin mixture until blended. Stir in nuts. , Transfer to two greased 9x5-in. loaf pans. Bake at 350° for 55-65 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 92mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.