Small variations can be to use Whole Wheat flour, and add two Tablespoons Orange Zest, plus about half cup orange juice. Or use Pecans instead of Walnuts. Adding vanilla seems to intensify all the flavors and increase the aroma, both while cooking and while eating. Pecan Pumpkin is a great loaf for giving to acquaintences, hairdresser or newspaper delivery person, unexpected guests during holidays, etc.