Applesauce Raisin Cookies
3/4 cup shortening
1 cup brown sugar (packed)
1 egg
2 1/4 cups flour
1/2 cup applesauce
1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup raisins
1/2 cup nuts (chopped)
 
 
  1. Cream shortening, sugar, and egg
  2. Stir in applesauce
  3. Blend dry ingredients and stir in
  4. Add raisins and nuts, mix well
  5. Drop by teaspoonfuls on greased cookie sheet
  6. Bake at 375 F for 10 to 12 minutes
  7. Cool on sheet for several minutes, than transfer to wire rack
     
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