1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
2 c. flour, sifted
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
10 oz. chocolate chips
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 c. applesauce
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. nuts

Add baking soda to applesauce and set aside. Cream shortening and sugar, then add egg and vanilla. Sift in flour and add spices. Add applesauce mixture. Fold in nuts and chocolate chips. Bake at 375 degrees on Teflon cookie sheet for 15 to 20 minutes.