APPLESAUCE SQUARES

1 1/3 c. sifted cake flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c . sugar
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 c. shortening
1 c. sweetened applesauce
1 egg
1/2 tsp. chopped raisins
1/2 c. chopped nuts

Sift flour, baking soda, salt, sugar, and spices into a large bowl.
Add shortening and applesauce. Mix to dampen flour, then beat 2
minutes. Add remaining ingredients and beat one minute with electric
mixer. Pour into a greased 8-inch square pan lined with wax paper.
Bake. Let stand about 10 minutes. When done, then remove from pan and cool.