1 1/2 c. flour
2 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 1/4 tsp. baking soda
3/4 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 c. shortening or oil
1 tsp. vanilla
3 eggs
2 1/2 c. finely grated carrots (5 or 6)
1/2 c. raisins (figs or dates)
1/2 c. chopped nuts

3 oz. cream cheese
3 tbsp. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
2 c. powdered sugar

Sift flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Beat sugar, shortening or oil, vanilla, and eggs. Add carrots, raisins, and nuts. Makes 1 cake and 7 cupcakes. Microwave 13 minutes on high for cake and 4 1/2 minutes for cupcakes.

FROSTING: Beat cream cheese, butter, and vanilla; add powdered sugar. Beat until smooth.