1 3/4 c. sugar
1 c. oil
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
2 c. apples, sliced
1 c. nuts, chopped

Blend first four ingredients in large bowl. Sift together dry ingredients, and fold dry ingredients into liquid mixture. Stir in apples and nuts. Bake in 9 x 13 inch greased baking pan at 375 degrees for 45 minutes. Sprinkle with confectioners sugar after baking, or frost with a confectioners sugar based frosting after cooling. Top with cherry halves, or pecan halves for an added "festive" touch, or just eat them plain!