Applesauce Cookies

Modified from Delishably

1/2 cup shortening

1 cup sugar

1 egg

2 cups flour

1 1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/4 tsp cloves

1/2 tsp salt

1/2 tsp baking soda

1 tsp baking powder

1 cup sweetened applesauce

1/2 cup raisins [I often don't use either of these.]

1/2 cup nuts, chopped

Cream shortening and sugar together. After well blended, add egg to creamed mixture and beat until light and fluffy.

Mix all dry ingredients. Add dry ingredients in increments alternatively with the applesauce until well blended. Add in raisins and nuts.

Dry by teaspoonfuls on cookies sheets. Bake at 400 for 15-20 minutes or until well browned. Cool on wire racks.