Apple-spice bars

12 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
cupShortening
¾cupSugar
2Eggs; Large
¾cupFlour; Unbleached
½teaspoonSalt
2tablespoonsSugar
½teaspoonBaking Powder
¼teaspoonBaking Soda
¼teaspoonNutmeg; Ground
¼teaspoonGinger; Ground
1cupApples; Finely Chopped, *
½teaspoonCinnamon

Directions

TOPPING

* Core and Peel Apples. Chop as fine as possible.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ +++ Cream shortening and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, and beat well. Stir together the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda and spices. Blend into the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in apples. Spread in a greased 13 X 9 X 2-inch pan. Mix sugar and cinnamon together; blend well. Sprinkle on top of the dough. Bake at 350 degrees F for 25 to 30 minutes. Cool; cut into bars. Makes 36 bars.