John's Carrot Cake

 

Cake

1 1/2 c oil
2 c sugar
3 eggs
2 1/4 c flour
2 tsp cinnamon
2 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp vanilla
1 tsp salt
2 c coconut
2 c grated carrots
1 c chopped walnuts (opt.)
1 3/4 c crushed pineapple

 

Combine all ingredients in order listed. Mix with spoon instead of mixer. Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour.

 

Frosting
13 oz cream cheese
1/4 c butter/margarine, softened
2 tsp. milk
1/2 tsp vanilla

 

Add powdered sugar gradually (approximately 2 cups).