Dietetic Apple Cake
["1 1/4 c. flour", "2 tsp. baking soda", "1 tsp. cinnamon", "1/4 tsp. nutmeg", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1/2 c. shortening", "1 tsp. vanilla", "1 egg", "1 tsp. any artificial liquid sweetener of choice", "2 c. chopped apples", "1/2 c. chopped nuts (optional)"]
["Mix all dry ingredients first.", "Add remaining ingredients and mix well.", "Bake in a well-greased square pan at 375\u00b0 for 40 to 45 minutes."]
["flour", "baking soda", "cinnamon", "nutmeg", "salt", "shortening", "vanilla", "egg", "choice", "apples", "nuts"]