6 tbsp solid shortening
1/3 cup granulated white sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup molasses
1 3/4 cup flour
1 tbsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp salt
2/3 cup strained applesauce
Directions
Cream together shortening and sugar. Beat egg; add molasses; mix
well. Sift together three times the flour, soda, cinnamon, ginger and
salt. Add to creamed mixture alternately with applesauce. Bake in a
greased pan in a 350 degree oven for 45 minutes. Cool slightly.
Serves eight.
Servings: 8 servings
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The History of Recipes
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We hope you enjoy this Apple Gingerbread recipe.
