2 c. granulated sugar
3 c. self rising flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. black walnuts or chopped pecans
2 c. grated carrots
4 eggs
1 1/2 c. Wesson oil

Mix sugar, flour, cinnamon and nuts. Beat eggs, add Wesson oil and add carrots. pour into a tube pan, 10" x 4 1/4". Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour and 15 minutes.

BUTTERMILK ICING:

1 c. granulated sugar
1/2 c. buttermilk
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 tbsp. corn syrup
1/4 c. butter
1 c. pecans (opt.)
1 tsp. vanilla

Bring to soft boil, stirring frequently. Pour on cake while warm.