Carrot Bars

Directions

1. 1
   Combine butter and sugar, beating until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. 3
   Combine flour, baking powder, salt and spices.
4. 4
   Stir into creamed mixture. Fold carrots and raisins into batter.
5. 5
   Spoon batter into a greased 13 1/2 x 9 1/2 x 2-inch pan or Pyrex dish, spreading evenly.
6. 6
   Bake at 350° for 25 to 30 minutes or until cake tests done.
7. 7
   Cool in pan.
8. 8
   Spread cake with a thin layer of lemon frosting.
9. 9
   Cut into 1 1/2 x 1 3/4-inch bars after frosting has set.
10. 10
    Yields 42 bars.