Applesauce Cookies

1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 egg
2 1/2 cups sifted flour
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp cloves
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
11/2 tsp baking powder
1 cup thick unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup raisins (can substitute choc chips)
1/2 cup chopped nuts

Cream shortening & sugar. Add egg. Beat well. Shift flour, spices, salt, soda, baking powder together. Add alternately with applesauce to creamed mixture. Add raisins ( or choc chips) & nuts. Drop from spoon onto greased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. Bake at 400* 15-20 min.


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