1/2 c. shortening
3/4 c. sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 c. raisins
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. applesauce
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. chopped nuts

Cream shortening and sugar well. Add egg and beat until light. Stir soda into applesauce and combine with creamed mixture. Sift together flour, salt and spices. Add raisins and nuts. Add to egg mixture. Drop by spoonfuls on greased sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes at 350 degrees.