1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 3/4 c. sifted flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 to 1 c. seedless raisins
1 c. rolled oats (instant)
1 c. applesauce
1/2 to 1 c. walnuts

Cream shortening and sugar. Beat egg into creamed mixture. Sift flour and spices. Add raisins and oats and nuts to flour and spices. Add to creamed mixture alternating with applesauce. Beat well. Drop on cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes. Makes 4 dozen.