Buttery Pumpkin Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the cake mix, 1 egg and 8 tablespoons butter in a bowl.
2. 2
   Mix well with an electric mixer.
3. 3
   Pat the mixture into the bottom of a lightly greased 9- by 13-inch baking pan.
4. 4
   Beat the cream cheese and pumpkin in a large bowl until smooth.
5. 5
   Add the 3 eggs, vanilla and 8 tablespoons butter, and mix well.
6. 6
   Stir in the confectioner's sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
7. 7
   Spread the pumpkin mixture over the cake layer.
8. 8
   Bake at 350 degrees for 40 to 50 minutes.
9. 9
   Do not over bake, as the center should be gooey.