1 1/2 c. oil
2 c. sugar
4 eggs
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
3 c. carrots, grated
1 c. raisins (omit if desired)

ICING:

3 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened
1/2 stick butter, softened
1 tsp. vanilla
1/2 box powdered sugar

Blend the oil and sugar together and add eggs 1 at a time. Sift the dry ingredients together and add to batter. Blend in the carrots and raisins and mix well. Pour into a greased 9 x 13 inch pan and bake at 325 degrees for 40-60 minutes. When cool, top with cream cheese icing. Blend all ingredients well until fluffy.