3 c. flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 c. shortening
1 1/8 c. light brown sugar
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
3/4 c. nuts, chopped
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
3/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/4 tsp. cloves
3 eggs
1 1/2 c. raw apple, grated
3 tbsp. cider vinegar, plus water to make 3/4 c.

Sift together dry ingredients. Cream shortening, sugar and eggs. Add vanilla. Stir in flour alternately with apples and liquid. Add nuts. Pour into 2 greased loaf pans. Bake at 350 degrees for 55 - 65 minutes.