1/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg
2 c. chopped raw apples
1/4 c. nuts
1 c. flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 c. buttermilk (optional)
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Cream shortening, sugar and egg very well. Add apples, nuts, vanilla and buttermilk. Sift dry ingredients and add to creamed mixture. Pour in greased 9-inch pan. Bake 45 minutes at 350 degrees. Serve hot or cold with whipped or ice cream.