Shannon's Pumpkin Cookies

1/2 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. pumpkin
2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 c. chocolate chips
1 c. raisins (optional)

Mix all ingredients in a large bowl. Bake for 10 -12 min. at 375. Check bottom of cookies to make sure they are totally cooked.