Molasses Applesauce Cookies
["2 c. flour", "1 tsp. soda", "2 tsp. cinnamon", "1/2 c. shortening", "1/2 c. molasses", "1/2 c. thick applesauce", "1 tsp. salt", "1/2 tsp. cloves", "1 egg, beaten", "1/2 c. nuts (optional)", "1/2 c. sugar"]
["Cream the sugar, shortening and molasses. Beat in egg. Add sifted dry ingredients and applesauce at one time.", "Stir in nuts. Drop on lightly greased sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes at 375\u00b0."]
["flour", "soda", "cinnamon", "shortening", "molasses", "thick applesauce", "salt", "cloves", "egg", "nuts", "sugar"]