Applesauce Cake

We have this every Christmas.

2 1/2 cups flour
2 cups sugar
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp baking powder
3/4 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp allspice
1/2 cup shortening
1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups applesauce

Beat for 2 minutes. Add:

2 eggs.

Beat. Add:

1/2 cup nuts
1 cup raisins

Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes.

Caramel Frosting:

1 cup brown sugar
3 Tbsp shortening
2 Tbsp butter
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 cup milk
1 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Combine brown sugar, shortening, butter & salt. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Add milk & cook over low heat for 3 minutes.