Carrot Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Sift together flour, baking powder, soda, salt and spices in large bowl.
3. 3
   Set aside.
4. 4
   Combine salad oil, sugar, egg yolks and hot water in bowl.
5. 5
   Mix well.
6. 6
   Add chopped pecans.
7. 7
   Pour the contents of this bowl over dry ingredients and mix well.
8. 8
   Stir in grated carrots.
9. 9
   Fold in separately beaten egg whites.
10. 10
    Turn batter into a well-greased and lightly floured loaf or angel food pan .
11. 11
    Bake for 1 hour and 10 minutes.
12. 12
    Cool and serve with hard sauce, if desired, or sprinkle with powdered sugar.
13. 13
    Will keep well if wrapped in foil and refrigerated.