Carrot Cake Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the sifted flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
2. 2
   Sift together and set aside.
3. 3
   Combine the sugar and olive oil and beat with electric mixer at medium speed about 2 minutes, or until smooth and well blended.
4. 4
   Fold in grated carrots with their juice.
5. 5
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
6. 6
   Stir in the chopped nuts.
7. 7
   Add the dry ingredients and mix well.
8. 8
   Grease and dust with flour tow 9-inch cake pans.
9. 9
   Pour in batter and bake in a preheated 350F (180C) oven 55 to 60 minutes.
10. 10
    Serve warm.
11. 11
    Can be wrapped and stored in refrigerator for up to a week, which improves flavor and makes the cake bread more moist.
12. 12
    Bread can be iced with powdered sugar, orange juice, and creamed butter mixture.