Ingredients

  • 1 c. sugar
  • 1/2 c. shortening
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 1/2 c. applesauce
  • 2 level tsp. baking soda
  • 2 1/2 c. flour
  • 1 tsp. cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp. cloves
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 c. floured raisins

Method

  • Dissolve the baking soda in the applesauce and set aside. Cream together, until fluffy, the sugar, shortening and eggs. Combine all dry ingredients; add to the shortening mixture, alternating with the applesauce mixture.
  • Mix well.
  • Mix in vanilla.
  • Stir in the raisins.
  • Bake at 350° for one hour in a greased and floured tube pan.