2 c. sifted flour
1 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. raisins
1 c. chopped walnuts, optional
1/2 c. melted butter
1 (1 lb.) can applesauce

Sift together the dry ingredients. Add raisins, chopped walnuts, melted butter, and applesauce. Beat until well blended. Pour into greased and floured 9 x 9 x 2 or 11 x 7 1/2 x 2 inch pan. Bake in 350 degree oven 45 to 50 minutes. Cool. Sprinkle the top with confectioners' sugar if desired.