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) |
| 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. |
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