Confectioners' sugar
1 1/4 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/8 tsp. cloves
3/4 c. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
2/3 c. applesauce
1 egg
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. raisins
1/2 c. chopped nuts
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Sift together all dry ingredients. Add egg, shortening, applesauce and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Stir in raisins and nuts. Spread in well-greased 9 inch square cake pan. Bake at 375 degrees for 20-30 minutes. Dust with confectioners' sugar while warm. Cool. Cut into bars.