1/4 c. shortening
2/3 c. sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
2 c. coarsely grated, peeled apples
1 tsp. grated lemon rind
2/3 c. chopped walnuts

Cream shortening with sugar until light and fluffy; beat in eggs. Sift next 4 ingredients. Add alternately with apple to egg mixture. Stir in lemon rind and nuts. Bake in greased, floured 9x5x3 inch loaf pan in preheated 350 degree oven for 50 to 60 minutes or until done. Cool before slicing.