1 cup applesauce, unsweetened
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter and lard
1 each egg
2 cup flour
1 cup raisins, chopped
1 cup nut meats
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp cloves
1/4 tsp salt
Directions
Drop from teaspoon.
Note: Combine ingredients. THEN drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased
cookie sheets. Bake in 375 F. oven till done.
Source: Mrs. Alfred H. Stratton, Goshen Grange, Mahoning County, OH
Servings: 1 servings
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Categories: Apple; Applesauce; Cookie; Fruit; Sauce
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