3 c. sifted flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/3 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
3/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
3/4 c. shortening
1 1/8 c. packed brown sugar
3 eggs
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. grated apples
3 tbsp. cider vinegar plus water to make 3/4 cup
3/4 c. chopped walnuts

Mix and sift flour, baking soda, salt and spices. Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs one at a time, beating after each. Add vanilla. Stir in flour mixture alternating with grated apples and liquid. Stir in walnuts.

Turn into greased loaf pan 11 1/4 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 or 2 small loaf pans. Bake for 1 1/4 hours or until done. Cool on wire rack.