1/2 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
2 c. flour
2 eggs
4 c. peeled, diced apples
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. walnuts (optional)

Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs (well beaten). Sift dry ingredients together with apples and vanilla. Mix together. Bake in 9 x 13 inch pan at 350 degrees for 40-50 minutes. Serve warm with whipped cream.