2 c. sugar
2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
3 tsp. cinnamon
1 1/2 c. vegetable oil
4 eggs
3 c. grated carrots
1 c. chopped nuts
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix together sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir in oil. Add eggs, 1 at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add carrots, nuts, and vanilla. Mix thoroughly.

Pour into greased and floured 9x13-inch pan. Bake at 350°F for 50 to 60 minutes. Cool in pan. Spread with Cream Cheese Frosting prepared as follows:

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:

1/2 c. (1 stick) melted butter
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
1 (1 lb.) box confectioners' sugar

Combine butter, cheese and vanilla, mixing well. Gradually add sugar, beating until smooth. Spread on cooled cake.