Sift together: 1 tsp. baking soda 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1 tsp. cloves 1/2 tsp. nutmeg

Blend: 1/3 c. brown sugar

Add 1 egg. Add 1/2 flour mixture. Add 1 cup chopped nuts, 1 cup raisins, 1 1/2 cups chopped apples, and 1/4 cup milk. Add remaining flour. Bake at 375 degrees for 11 minutes on greased cookie sheet; turn once after 5 minutes. Frost while warm.

FROSTING:

1 1/2 c. confectioners' sugar
1 tbsp. butter
1/2 tsp. vanilla
4 tbsp. heavy cream
Dash of salt