Step 1 of 4
Mix together shortening and sugar.
Step 2 of 4
Add pumpkin, eggs, vanilla until well combined.
Step 3 of 4
Mix together remaining ingredients and add to the above wet ingredients in a LARGE bowl a little at a time, stirring after each addition until well mixed.
Step 4 of 4
Bake at 375F degrees on a greased cookie sheet for 10-12 minutes. makes a ton, so you may wish to scale the recipes to your desired size.