3 c. flour
2 c. sugar
2 1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1 1/4 c. cooking oil
3 eggs
1 c. coconut
1 tsp. salt
2 c. shredded carrots
2 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. grated orange peel
1 (11 oz.) can Mandarin oranges, undrained
Frosting (recipe follows)

Blend all ingredients; beat 2 minutes at highest speed. Pour into greased 13 x 9-inch pan.

Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until done in a 350°F oven.

Frosting:

1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
2 tbsp. melted butter
1 tsp. vanilla
3 c. confectioners sugar

Blend until smooth. Spread on cooled cake. Sprinkle with nuts, if desired.