1 c. shortening, part butter
2 c. sugar
2 eggs, well beaten
2 1/2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. cloves
2 c. raisins
2 c. chopped nuts
2 c. applesauce

Cream butter; add sugar gradually, beating until smooth and creamy. Add eggs and blend well. Mix and sift flour, salt, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and cloves. Add to first mixture and mix well. Then add raisins, nuts, and apple sauce. Turn into greased loaf pan or stem pan and bake at 350 degrees for 1 1/2 to 2 hours.