Applesause Muffins

2 cups flour
½ cup shortening
1 Tbs. baking powder
½ tsp. salt
1 cup sugar
2 eggs beaten
1 cup applesauce
1 cup chopped nuts (opt)

Cut shortening into flour with pastry blender. Barely blend in all other ingredients (too much stirring makes them tough). Spoon into greased muffin tins. Top with streusel topping. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes.