2/3 c. shortening
1 1/4 c. sugar
1 c. brown sugar (packed)
3 eggs
1 3/4 c. unsweetened applesauce
1/2 c. water
3 c. sifted flour
1/3 tsp. baking powder
1 3/4 tsp. baking soda
1 1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
3/4 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 3/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. chopped walnuts
1 1/2 c. chopped dates

Cream shortening, sugar and eggs. Add applesauce, mixing well.

Stir dry ingredients into above, alternate with water. Blend in fruits and nuts. Pour into greased, floured 9x13 pan. Bake 350 degrees for 55 to 60 minutes.

ICING:

6 tbsp. butter, melted

Add: 2 tbsp. milk

Boil 2 minutes. Remove from heat and cool.

2 tsp. vanilla Dash of salt