Company's Coming Carrot Cake


2 c.flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp.baking powder
1 tsp.salt
2 tsp.cinnamon
large pinch of nutmeg - about 1/4 tsp
2 (6 oz) jars baby food carrots puree
1 (8 oz) can crushed pinapple, well drained
2 c. sugar
1 c. vegetable oil
4 eggs
1/2 c. chopped nuts
1 c. shreded carrots ( if desired)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour a 9 by 13 inch baking pan and set aside.
In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.
In another bowl, stir together baby food, pineapple and grated carrots. Blend in sugar and oil. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in dry ingredients and add nuts.
Pour batter into pan and bake for 40 to 45 minutes.
Cool and spread on cream chess frosting.


Cream Cheese Frosting

Cream together 1/2 c. butter, softened, 1 8 oz package cream cheese, softened and 1 tsp. vanilla extract.
Gradually add 1 box ( 1 lb.) confectioners sugar. Beat thoroughly. Add a few drops of milk if frosting seems to thick

Aunt Budee