2 c. flour
3 eggs
1 1/2 c. oil
2 c. sugar
2 c. raw carrots, grated
1 c. chopped nuts
1 c. coconut, shredded
1 tsp. vanilla
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 1/2 tsp. salt
1 sm. can crushed pineapple

Mix together all above ingredients until all is moistened. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes. Leave in pan.

TOPPING:

1/2 c. buttermilk
1/2 c. butter
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tbsp. Karo syrup

Combine ingredients and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes. Pour over warm cake. Cool.