PUMPKIN TREATS

I got this recipe a while back(can't remember who from but if was you let me know), and I thought I would share it with all of you because as you can see it's perfect or Samhain!!!

PUMPKIN TREATS 

 Ingredients: 

1 cup canned pumpkin

1 cup sugar

1 1/4 cup. flaked coconut, lightly packed

1/2 tsp. cinnamon

1/4 tsp. nutmeg

walnuts or pecans(or your favorite nut), finely chopped

Directions:

Mix the first five ingredients well in a large saucepan. 

Cook over medium high, stirring constantly for 15-20 minutes. 

It is done when it is very thick and leaves side of pan, forming a ball in the center as you stir. 

Turn onto a greased baking sheet. Cover loosely with foil or plastic wrap. Let cool completely. 

Lightly grease your hands and shape candy into balls. Roll the balls in nuts. 

Cover, store in refrigerator till ready to serve.

This recipe will make about 2 1/2 dozen treats.