2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 1/2 tsp. salt
2 tsp. cinnamon
2 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. salad oil
4 eggs
2 c. finely grated carrots
1 (8 1/2 oz.) crushed pineapple
1/2 c. flaked coconut (optional)
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/2 c. chopped walnuts

Sift together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon. Add sugar, oil and eggs. Mix well and add carrots, pineapple, nuts, coconut and vanilla. Makes a large sheet cake or 3 (9-inch) round layers. Bake at 350°F for 35-40 minutes.

Frosting:

1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese
3 1/2 c. confectioners' sugar
1/2 c. (1 stick) butter
2 tsp. vanilla

Beat together until smooth and creamy.

Submitted by: Bessie Meadows