Pumpkin Bread

3 c. sugar
1 tsp. nutmeg
4 eggs
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. vegetable oil
1-1/2 tsp. salt

1. Mix all of the above ingredients together

2. Add to the above mixture:
1- 16 oz can of pumpkin
2/3 c. water
3 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda

3. Pour into bread pan and bake at 350 for 45-60 min.

Test center by inserting a toothpick or sharp knife in. When done the toothpick or knife come out clean.

Note: I have made this bread at Christmas for friends. I baked it in a coffee can and wrapped it in a roll (tootsie roll style) with ribbons at each end.

Pumpkin Pie- (My grandmas recipe)

2 eggs slightly beaten
¾ C. sugar
½ tsp. salt
1tsp. cinnamon
½ tsp. ginger
¼ tsp. clove
½ tsp. nutmeg
Mix together and then add:
1- 2/3 C. milk
1-3/4 C. or ½ of large can of pumpkin

Bake 15 min at 450…then turn down to 325 and bake 30-45 min. more.
Pie is done when knife inserted in center comes out clean.

Pumpkin Pie (recipe for three pies)

6 eggs
2-1/4 c. sugar
1-1/12 tsp. salt
3 tsp. cinnamon
1-1/2 tsp ginger
3/4 tsp. clove
1-1/2 tsp. nutmeg
5 c. milk
5-1/4 c. pumpkin

Note: A homemade crust can be great but if you're not so inclined, do yourself and your guests a favor and buy a good pre-made crust.