Preheat the oven to 350°F. Heat the apple sauce and the margarine in a small saucepan over medium heat until the margarine is melted and the mixture is hot.

1 teaspoon baking soda. 1 teaspoon salt. 1 3/4 cups sugar. 3/4 cup olive or avocado oil. 4 eggs. 3 cups grated carrots. 1 cup chopped walnuts. 3/4 cup pineapple tidbits, drained ...