Applesauce Bars With Caramel Frosting Recipe

• 2 1/2 c. flour
• 1 c. sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon baking pwdr
• 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoon soda
• 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon grnd cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon allspice
• 1/2 c. shortening, softened
• 1/2 c. water
• 1 (1 pound, 1 ounce) can applesauce
• 1 lg. egg
• 1/2 c. minced nuts
• 1 c. raisins
• 1/4 c. butter, melted
• 1/2 c. brown sugar
• 2 T lowfat milk
• 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 c. sifted powdered sugar

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