Pumpkin Gingerbread Pudding

Name: Pumpkin Gingerbread Pudding
Ingredients: 1 prepared gingerbread, cut into strips; 2 cups cooked or canned pumpkin; 3 eggs; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 tablespoons molasses; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ginger; 1/4 teaspoon cloves; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 1/2 cups half and half or evaporated milk; 1/4 cup rum or brandy; 1/4 cup walnuts, crushed