1 1/2 c. flour
3/4 c. sugar
2 1/2 tsp. baking powder
3/4 tsp. salt
1/4 c. shortening
3/4 c. milk
1 egg

TOPPING:

1/2 c. brown sugar
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. chopped nuts
2 tbsp. butter, melted

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Grease 8 x 8 inch or 9 x 9 inch pan. Blend all ingredients except topping; beat vigorously 1/2 minute. Spread enough batter on bottom to cover. Mix all ingredients in topping. Sprinkle 1/2 topping on batter. Spread remaining batter on topping. Sprinkle topping for batter. Bake at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.