1 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
4 eggs
1 can applesauce
5 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. nutmeg
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda
1 (12 oz.) pkg. chocolate chips

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, applesauce and soda; add dry ingredients and chocolate chips. Drop by teaspoon on greased baking sheet. Bake about 8 minutes at 400 degrees.