Grandma's Carrot Cake
"My Grandma was very special to me. She had a big country kitchen that was full of wonderful aromas anytime we visited. This was one of her prized cake recipes, which continues to be a favorite from generation to generation. —Denise Strasz, Detroit, Michigan..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 cups sugar
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1-1/2 cups canola oil
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4 large eggs
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
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2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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3 cups shredded carrots (about 6 medium)
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1 cup chopped walnuts
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FROSTING:
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1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup butter, softened
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3 cups confectioners' sugar
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