Instructions: Cream shortening; gradually add 2 cups sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.

Combine flour and next 4 ingredients in a medium bowl; stir well. Add flour mixture to creamed mixture alternately wity applesauce, beginning and ending with flour mixture. Mix well after each addition. (Mixture will be very wet.)

Pour batter into a greased and floured 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan.

Combine 1 cup brown sugar, pecans, and butter in a small bowl; mix well with a fork. Sprinkle brown sugar mixture over batter, lightly pressing into batter.

Bake at 350 degrees for 45 to 55 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean.

To serve, cut into squares; invert each square onto a dessert plate. Serve warm topped with whipped cream or ice cream.

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