Baked Apple Squares
["1 3/4 c. sugar", "2 c. flour", "1 tsp. cinnamon", "1 tsp. vanilla", "1 c. chopped nuts (optional)", "3 eggs", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1 tsp. baking powder", "3/4 c. cooking oil", "2 c. sliced apples (thin)"]
["Beat eggs; add sugar gradually and beat until mixture is light and fluffy.", "Add sifted dry ingredients.", "Add oil and vanilla. Fold in nuts and apple slices.", "Turn into a 9 x 13-inch greased pan.", "Bake at 350\u00b0 for 40 to 45 minutes."]
["sugar", "flour", "cinnamon", "vanilla", "nuts", "eggs", "salt", "baking powder", "cooking oil", "apples"]