Applesauce Muffins

From the kitchen of Mary Arthur

Serves 4 dozen.

• 1 c margarine, softened
• 2 c sugar
• 2 eggs
• 3 tsp vanilla
• 4 c flour, sifted
• 1 tsp cloves
• 2 tsp allspice
• 3 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tsp soda
• 1 (1 lb) can applesauce (2 c)

Cream margarine, sugar, eggs and 1 tsp vanilla. Sift together flour and spices; add to the creamed mixture. Blend 2 tsp vanilla into the applesauce, add soda, then blend with the batter using a wooden spoon. Batter will be stiff, so stir until well mixed. Spoon into greased muffin tines ½ full. Bake at 400 for 12 min. 4 dozen.

Topping

• ½ c butter
• ½ c butter flavored Crisco
• 1 c brown sugar
• 1 c white sugar