Pumpkin Bread

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I have been constantly adjusting and perfecting this recipe over the years. We were looking for just the right crumb structure and just the right sweetness to spice ratio. I think we finally have it. 

Take care to adjust the recipe for the size of your eggs. Also, this recipe is made with fresh pumpkin. I cut and clean the baking pumpkin and roast it on a cookie sheet, skin side up with just enough water to come up the side a smidge. I cook at 350 until I can easily prick the skin with a fork. I let the pumpkin cool and then scoop and strain it. It should be soft and easy to puree but not watery. Strain off more water if necessary. 

PUMPKIN BREAD

3 cups of whole wheat flour

1tsp baking soda

1/4tsp baking powder

1tsp salt

3tsp cinnamon

1/2tsp clove

1/2tsp nutmeg

2 cups pumpkin

1 cup sugar

1/3 cup molasses

1/2 cup organic sunflower oil

2 organic large eggs

Pre heat oven to 350. Starting at the bottom of the ingredients list, add all ingredients to a large bowl mixing after each addition. Butter two standard loaf pans and divide batter between them. Cook at 350 until cake tester comes out clean. About 30-35 mins.