Crunchy Applesauce Oatmeal Cookies

1 Cup sugar
1/2 Cup shortening
1 Egg
1 Cup applesauce
1 Teaspoon baking soda
1-3/4 Cups flour
1/2 Teaspoon salt
1 Teaspoon nutmeg
1 Teaspoon cinnamon
1 Cup quick-cooking oatmeal
1 Cup raisins
1 Cup chopped nuts

- Cream sugar and shortening until well blended. Stir in the egg, and beat until smooth. Combine applesauce and baking soda, and add to mixture. Set aside. In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, salt, nutmeg, and cinnamon; stir in egg mixture, and blend well. Add oatmeal, raisins, and nuts; stir until mixture is well moistened. Drop by spoonfuls onto greased cookie sheet. Bake at 425°F for 10 minutes. Cook on wire rack.