1 c. white sugar
1/2 c. butter
1 egg
1 c. raisins
1 1/2 c. sweet applesauce
1/2 c. nuts
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 1/4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. allspice

Mix ingredients in order given. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 to 40 minutes. Frost when cool.

QUICK CARAMEL FROSTING: Melt 1/4 cup butter. Stir in 1/2 cup brown sugar, and a pinch of salt. Cook 2 minutes over low heat, stirring constantly. Add 2 tablespoons milk and stir until it boils. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 1/4 cups powdered sugar. Add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and mix well.