Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      cups          peeled -- cubed apples
   1      cup           molasses
   2                    eggs -- beaten
   1      cup           sugar
   1      cup           melted shortening
   1      cup           milk
   4      cups          sifted flour
   2      teaspoons     baking soda
   1      teaspoon      salt
   1      teaspoon      cinnamon
   1      teaspoon      ground cloves
   1      tablespoon    vanilla
   1      tablespoon    lemon extract
   1      cup           raisins or walnuts

Preparation:

Combine apples and molasses in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook 5 minutes on medium heat. Cool slightly. Add all remaining ingredients and mix well. Divide ingredients into 2 9-inch greased cake pans. Bake at 350ø for 45 - 50 minutes. Slice and serve. Makes 16 - 20 servings. Wonderful with vanilla ice cream or whipped topping!