Applesauce Cookies - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 1/2 c. sifted flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 1/2 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
1 egg
1 c. applesauce (fresh or canned)
1 tsp. soda
1 c. chopped walnuts
1 1/2 c. raisins

Preparation

Sift together the first 4 ingredients; set aside.
Work with a spoon until light the shortening and sugar.
Add the egg; beat until light and fluffy.
Combine and add the applesauce and soda; mix well.
Add dry ingredients gradually, mixing well after each addition.
Stir in the walnuts and raisins; mix well.
Drop by teaspoon onto lightly greased cookie sheet.
Bake in a 350\u00b0 oven for about 12 to 15 minutes.
Makes about 100 cookies.