1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 3/4 c. flour
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 c. raisins
1/2 c. oatmeal
1/2 c. nuts
1 c. applesauce

Cream together shortening and sugar. Stir in egg. Sift together all dry ingredients. Mix in raisins, nuts, and oats. Add to creamed mixture alternately with applesauce; beat well. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet. Bake 15 minutes at 375 degrees. May substitute pumpkin or other fruit for applesauce.