Applesause Cake

Ingredients

 * 1/2 CUP vegetable shortening
 * 1 CUP Sugar
 * 1 1/2 CUPS applesauce
 * 1 1/2 TSP. baking soda
 * 1 TSP. vanilla
 * 2 CUPS ALL PURPOSE flour
 * 1/2 TSP. baking powder
 * 1/4 TSP. salt

Directions

 * 1) Preheat oven to 350 F. cream together shortening and Sugar.
 * 2) Add combined applesauce, soda and vanilla.
 * 3) Do not be concerned if mixture separates.
 * 4) It will blend as ingredients are added.
 * 5) Add the sifted flour, baking powder and salt.
 * 6) Mix well and turn into a greased 8-inch square pan.
 * 7) Bake for 45 minutes.