1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 beaten egg
1 c. applesauce
1 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. cloves
Raisins and nuts may be added

Cream shortening, sugar and egg. Add applesauce with soda stirred in. Sift dry ingredients and add to first ingredients. Bake at 350 degrees, 10x15 bar pan about 20-25 minutes.

Orange powdered sugar icing may be used to frost bars if desired.