3 c. all-purpose flour
2 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. oil (I use 1/2 oil and 1/2 butter)
2 c. mashed potatoes
3 eggs
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
3 tbsp. cinnamon (can use more)
1/2 c. nuts (either pecans or walnuts)
1 (8 oz.) can crushed pineapple (not drained)

Mix all ingredients together (dump everything in bowl) by hand. Bake in a greased and floured tube or large Bundt pan at 300 degrees for 1 hour 30 minutes. Cake will crack slightly on top. Cool for 1 hour in pan before removing.

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:

8 oz. softened cream cheese
1 stick butter
1 lb. box confectioners sugar
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream butter and cheese; add sugar and vanilla. Mix until smooth.