Pumpkin Cookies

My sister-in-law Amy shared this recipe with us.

1/2 cup shortening
1 1/2 cups sugar
1 egg
1 cup pumpkin
2 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins or chocolate chips
1/2 cup nuts

Cream shortening and sugar. Add egg, vanilla, and pumpkin. Mix well. Sift dry ingredients and add nuts, raisins, or chocolate chips. Bake at 375 degrees F. for 10 to 15 minutes.