2 c. flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 tsp. salt
1 1/4 c. oil
2 c. white sugar
4 eggs

Sift together first 6 ingredients. Combine oil and white sugar; mix well. Add eggs, one at a time. Beat well after each addition. Gradually add dry ingredients to egg mixture, mixing well. Add 2 cups finely grated zucchini (if frozen, drain) or carrots. Mix well. Add 1/2 to 1 cup raisins and/or nuts to suit taste. Pour into three 8 inch layer pans which have been greased and floured. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes or longer if needed. Remove from pans while still warm. Cool. Frost with cream cheese frosting. Sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:

1/2 c. soft butter
1 (4 oz.) pkg. cream cheese

Beat until light. Gradually add 3/4 to 1 pound confectioners sugar. Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla or almond flavor and mix. Spread on cool cake. Sprinkle with chopped nuts if desired.