1 c. sugar
1 c. unsweetened applesauce
1/2 c. shortening
2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
Dash of ground cloves
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. seedless raisins
1 tsp. vanilla
1/4 c. chopped nuts (optional)

TOPPING:

1/4 c. sugar (white or brown)
1/4 c. chopped nuts (optional)
2 tbsp. melted butter
2/3 c. crushed cornflakes

Blend sugar and applesauce (may use sweetened applesauce and less sugar). Add shortening. Sift dry ingredients and add to applesauce. Stir until smooth. Add raisins, nuts and vanilla. Spread on an ungreased cookie sheet. Mix topping ingredients together and spread over the batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Cool and cut into bars.

Note: Store in airtight container to keep fresh. Otherwise they dry out quickly.