Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease cookie sheets.

Step 2

In a large bowl, beat the sugar and shortening with an electric mixer until smooth.

Step 3

Stir in the egg and then the applesauce until well blended.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, nutmeg, and cloves. Stir the dry ingredients into the applesauce mixture.

Step 5

Fold in the walnuts and raisins.

Step 6

Drop spoonfuls of dough 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven until the edges are golden brown, about 10 to 12 minutes.

Step 8

Cool the cookies on the baking sheet briefly before removing them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!