2 c. diced peeled apples
1 egg
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 c. pecans
1 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda

Mix sugar with apples and let stand until sugar is disolved. Add egg and heat well. Sift dry ingredients together and stir into apple mixture. Add nuts. Pour into 8 inch square baking pan. Bake 40 minutes at 375 degrees. Immediately cover with hot sauce.

HOT SAUCE:

1/2 c. brown sugar
2 tsp. flour
1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. granulated sugar
1 c. water
1 tsp. vanilla

Cook sugar, flour, and water until clear. Add butter and vanilla. Stir until butter is melted. Pour sauce over cake while both are hot.