Applesauce Cake



INGREDIENTS:

1/2 cup shortening

1 1/2 cups sugar

2 beaten eggs

1 cup thick applesauce

2 cups flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon soda

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1 or 1 1/2 cups raisins

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

DIRECTIONS:

1. Cream shortening and sugar; add eggs and beat well. Add
applesauce, then dry ingredients. Beat until smooth; fold
in raisins and nuts. Bake in greased and floured tube pan
at 350° for 55 minutes. Serve plain or frosted, or sprinkle
with powdered sugar. Can make in two loaves.



Applesauce Cake