Ingredients
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1 c. soft shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. applesauce
3 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
Preparation
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Mix thoroughly shortening, sugar and egg.
Stir in applesauce. Sift together the flour, soda, salt and nutmeg, then add to the shortening mixture.
You may want to add 1/2 cup chopped nuts. Chill at least 1 hour.
Drop round teaspoons about 2 inches apart on lightly greased baking sheet.
Bake until, when lightly touched with finger, no imprint remains at 400\u00b0, about 8 to 10 minutes. Makes 5 dozen cookies.
Frost with powdered sugar frosting.
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