3 tbsp. butter
3 c. chopped apples
1 c. sugar
1 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 c. chopped nuts
3 tbsp. butter
1 egg, beaten
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream shortening, sugar and egg; mix well. Sift dry ingredients together. Add to creamed mixture. Stir in apples, nuts and vanilla. Pour into 8x8-inch baking dish. Bake at 350°F for approximately 45 minutes.