From Aunt Lotta (Helen Carlotta Bailey Brownson)
A favorite of all the Days, especially with ice cream or whipped cream.
Original Day Family cookbook
Cream sugar and shortening. Add egg and mix well. Add apples, nuts, and vanilla. Sift and add all dry ingredients. Put in an 8x8x2 pan and bake at 350o for 40-45 mins. Serve hot or cold with or without ice cream or whipped cream.
Variations:
Ingredients:1 cup sugar
3 tablespoon shortening
1 beaten egg
3 cups diced apples
¼ cup chopped nuts
1 teaspoon vanilla
½ teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup sifted flour
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