Great Gram Meadows Pumpkin Bread

This is our family favorite. Highly requested every Christmas by all generations! It is best when made with fresh pumpkin puree - however canned pumpkin will work as well.

3 1/2 c flour
2 t. Soda
1 1/2 t. Salt
2 t. Cinnamon
1 t. Nutmeg
Mix together
1 c. oil
2 t. Vanilla
4 eggs
3 c. Sugar
2/3 c. Water
2 C. Pumpkin
Blend all ingredients
Divide in three greased & floured loaf pans. Bake in a pre-heated 350 degree oven for 1 hour.
Cool slightly in pans then finish cooling on rack. Wrap in foil, &/or store in refrig. Can be frozen.