Pumpkin Cookies

3 c sugar
2 T pumpkin pie spices
2 T baking powder
1 1/2 t baking soda
1 t salt
2 1/2 c pumpkin, Canned
1 c vegetable oil
2 eggs, beat lightly
1 t vanilla extract
5 c flour

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Combine sugar, spices, baking powder, baking soda & salt.
Mix well & reserve.
Mix together pumpkin, vegetable oil, eggs & vanilla. Blend the sugar mixture into the pumpkin mixture. Gradually blend in flour. Drop by teasoonfuls, 2 inches apart, onto an ungreased cookie sheet & bake for 15-20 minutes. Cool on wire racks.

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