Chewy Pumpkin Bars

1 18-ounce package carrot cake mix
1 egg
1/2 cup butter or margarine, melted
1 cup canned pumpkin
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans

Measure out 2/3 cup cake mix; set aside. Combine remaining cake mix with 1 egg and melted butter. Spread into a greased 13 x 9-inch pan. Bake in preheated 350 degree oven for 15 minutes.
    Meanwhile, combine reserved two-thirds cup of the cake mix with pumpkin, sugar and two eggs. Beat at medium speed with mixer for about two minutes. Pour over hot layer in pan.
    Sprinkle with nuts. Continue baking for 15 to 20 minutes. Cool and cut into bars. Keep refrigerated.