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Submitted by: Gail Hageman from Albion, ME
Originally shared on the web 11/30/2020

2 c. sugar
1⁄2 c. shortening
2 eggs
1-1⁄ 2 c. applesauce
1⁄2 c. water
2-1⁄ 2 c. all-purpose flour
1-1⁄ 2 t. baking soda
1-1⁄ 2 t. salt
1⁄4 t. baking powder
3⁄4 t. cinnamon
1⁄2 t. ground cloves
1⁄2 t. allspice
1⁄2 c. chopped walnuts
Garnish: powdered sugar, whipped cream, cinnamon

Beat sugar and shortening with an electric mixer at medium speed; beat in eggs, applesauce and water. Gradually add flour, baking soda, salt, baking powder and spices. Mix thoroughly; stir in nuts. Pour into a greased and floured 13"x9" baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for one hour, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean; watch that edges don’t get too dark. Garnish with powdered sugar, whipped cream and cinnamon. Serves 8 to 10.