1 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. baking powder
4 c. flour
2 c. applesauce

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs and beat until fluffy. Sift dry ingredients and add alternately with applesauce to creamed mixture. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto buttered cookie sheet.

Bake at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Makes 6-8 dozen cookies. Depending on size of cookie.