Melt chocolate and shortening together ... well (if thick applesauce is used, add some water ... pan for thick bars, or 9 x 12 ... your favorite chocolate icing.
Cream shortening, sugar and egg. Add applesauce with soda stirred in. Sift ... 350 degrees, 10x15 bar pan about 20-25 minutes. Orange ... used to frost bars if desired.