1 c. warm applesauce or buttermilk
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. sugar
3/4 c. butter and lard
2 1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. cloves
3/4 c. raisins
3/4 c. nuts
1 c. uncooked quick oats (optional)

Into the applesauce mix the soda, then the sugar, then the shortening. Sift together the flour and spices and stir into the mixture. Lastly, stir in the raisins and nutmeats. Drop by spoonfuls on greased pan and bake 15 minutes at 325 to 350 degrees.