Mom's Block Party Favorites

I remember these at all Fourth of July block parties, church potlucks, and other family get-togethers.

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Apple Cake

4cups apples, chunked
3cups flour
3 eggs
2cups sugar
1cup oil
2tsp cinnamon
2tsp vanilla
1tsp salt
1tsp baking soda
1cup nuts/raisins (optional)

Mix all ingredients together. Spoon into 9x13 cake pan. Bake at 350F for 1 hour.
*Also works well for muffins!
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Tomato & Pepper Salad

4 tomatoes
2 green peppers
Olive oil
Salt
Pepper
Garlic salt

Slice tomatoes and peppers. Mix together in bowl or square baking dish. Drizzle with olive oil. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic salt. Mix well. Place a few ice cubes on top and place in refrigerator until ready to serve.