"There was an Old Person of Rheims, Who was troubled with horrible dreams; So, to keep him awake, they fed him with cake, Which amused that Old Person of Rheims." ~ Edward Lear English artist, writer; known for his 'literary nonsense' & limericks (1812-1888) WANING GIBBOUS MOON __________________ CARROT CAKE ~ Over 30 year old favorite (because of all the carrots) retro carrot cake recipe, clipped and adapted from Better Homes & Gardens ________________ 2 cups flour 2 cups sugar 2 tsp. baking soda 1 tsp. salt 2 tsp. cinnamon 4 organic eggs 1 cup oil 4 cups grated raw carrots (about 8 medium) 1/2 - 1 cup chopped pecans Cream Cheese Frosting: 4 Tbsp. soft unsalted butter 2 3 oz. packages Philadelphia cream cheese 4 1/3 cup sifted powdered sugar 1 tsp. vanilla 1 tsp. maple syrup Preheat oven to 350º. Combine flour, sugar, soda, salt and cinnamon. Set aside. In large bowl, beat eggs till frothy; slowly beat in oil. Gradually add flour mixture. B...
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