LAYERED PUMPKIN DESSERT


First Layer:

ingredients

1 1/2 sticks of oleo or butter
1 1/2 c. flour
3/4 c. chopped nuts

preparation

Cut margarine into flour. Mix well, add nuts, and spread on bottom of 9 x 13 pan. Bake at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes.

Middle Layer:

ingredients

8 oz. cream cheese
2 c. powdered sugar
1 c. Cool Whip

preparation

Mix cheese and sugar. Then fold in Cool Whip. Spread on cooled crust.

Top Layer:

ingredients

2 (3.4 oz.) packages of instant vanilla pudding
1 c. pumpkin
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ginger
1/4 tsp. cloves
2 c. milk

preparation

Mix well all ingredients except milk. Add milk. Spread on other layers. Refrigerate. Top with Cool Whip and few nuts. Can be frozen.