2 c. quick oats
2 c. oat bran
1 tbsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. (or less) salt
1 1/2 c. sugar
1 tbsp. cinnamon
2 c. milk
1/2 c. oil
2 eggs, beaten
1 tbsp. vanilla
2 (7 1/2 oz.) jars strained baby food carrots
2 c. chopped pecans

Combine first 7 ingredients in large bowl and set aside. In another bowl, mix remaining ingredients, except nuts. Add liquid ingredients to dry ingredients and mix well. (Do not beat.) Then add nuts and mix. Pour into a greased 13 x 9 inch pan. Bake in preheated oven at 350 degrees for approximately 30 minutes. (Test with toothpick.)

CREAM CHEESE FROSTING:

I use a commercial canned cream cheese frosting for convenience, and it is very good. However, if you prefer to make your own: 2 c. powdered sugar 4 tbsp. butter 1 tsp. vanilla 1/3 to 1/2 c. coconut (opt.)

Cream first 4 ingredients until light and fluffy. Stir in coconut if desired. Spread over COMPLETELY cooled cake.