1 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. milk
2 to 3 lg. apples; pared and sliced
3 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. cloves

Sift together flour, salt and powder. Beat together shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla and beat until light. Add dry ingredients alternately with 1/2 cup milk. Beat well after each addition. Spread evenly in greased 9 inch square pan. Arrange apples in rows over batter, pressing in lightly. Combine 3 tablespoons sugar, cinnamon and cloves. Sprinkle over apples. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes.