1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 3/4 c. sifted enriched flour
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1 c. sweetened applesauce
1/2 c. chopped California walnuts

Stir shortening to soften; gradually add sugar, creaming until light. Add eggs; beat until light and fluffy. Sift together dry ingredients; add to creamed mixture alternately with applesauce, beating after each addition; stir in nuts. Pour into greased pan or paper lined 9 1/2 x 5 x 3 inch loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees about 1 hour. Cool in pan 10 minutes; remove. While still warm, spread top with Sugar Glaze.

SUGAR GLAZE:

Combine 1/2 cup sifted confectioners' sugar and 1 tablespoon water.