Mix together:
2 cups oats
2/3 cup sugar
1 teaspoon soda
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoon cinnamon

Add:
1/2 cup shortening
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla

Beat until smooth and add:
1 cup applesauce
1 cup raisins (optional)
Bake in 8″ pan at 350º for 35-40 minutes

Disclaimer: This is not a family recipe, just one we like. Credit to Raintree Montessori School for this one