Sheryl's Pumpkin Cookies

2 C. Butter or Margarine

2 C. Sugar

1 (16 oz.) Can Pumpkin

2 Eggs

2 tsp. Vanilla

4 C. Flour

2 tsp. Baking Powder

1 tsp. Salt

1 tsp. Baking Soda

2 tsp. Cinnamon

1 tsp. nutmeg

½ tsp. All-Spice

1 pkg. Chocolate Chips

1 C. Nuts, Chopped (Optional)

2 C. Raisins (Optional)

Preheat oven to 350˚ F.

Cream shortening and sugar. Add pumpkin, eggs and vanilla. Beat Well.

Stir together flour and next 5 ingredients, then add to mixer. Mix well. 

Stir in chips, raisins or nuts. Drop rounded teaspoons onto cookie sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Cool on rack. Tasty with a touch of frosting. 

Makes approximately 7 dozen. 

Nelson, Barbara; Stange Family Recipes, May 1998; Nelson, Sheryl; Pumpkin Cookies, p. ST7.