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Pumpkin Cookies
 
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 12 Minutes
Ready In: 42 Minutes
Servings: 24
A recipe from my uncle has been much loved by my family for years. Perfect if you bought too many pumpkins at halloween!
Ingredients:
1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 1/2 cups fresh cooked pumpkin
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 1/2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon ginger
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1 cup nuts (optional) or 1 cup chocolate (optional)
Directions:
1. Cream together the first 6 ingredients. Add dry ingredients and mix well.
2. Drop by the teaspoonful onto greased cookie sheets. Bake 12-15 minutes at 375°F.
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