1/2 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. clove
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 egg
1 c. unsweetened applesauce
1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 c. flour
Lo sugar jelly or preserves

Cream shortening, salt and spices. Add egg; combine soda and applesauce and add directly to mixture. Add flour. Bake at 400 degrees for 9 to 12 minutes. Makes 4 dozen. (Put on greased cookie sheet and press down and add jelly.) Artificial sugar equal to one cup of regular sugar.