1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. applesauce
1/2 c. raisins

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Sift flour, salt, soda, cinnamon and nutmeg into a bowl. Set aside.

Cream shortening gradually adding sugar. Beat until light. Add egg. Beat until light and fluffy. Add to flour mixture alternately with the applesauce. Add raisins; mix well.

Spread mixture into a well greased 13" x 9" x 1 1/2" baking pan. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until done. Cut while warm. Sprinkle with powdered sugar.