Jo'S Carrot Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Mix together flour, sugar and salad oil in a large bowl (mixing by hand).
2. 2
   Add the beaten eggs and mix well.
3. 3
   Add all the other ingredients and mix well after each addition.
4. 4
   Pour batter into a well-greased 10-inch tube pan and bake in a preheated oven at 350° for 1 1/2 hours.
5. 5
   About 15 minutes before the cake is ready to come out of the oven, start putting together the Buttermilk Topping. Pour the topping over the cake as soon as you take it out of the oven.
6. 6
   Allow the cake to stand in the pan for 3 to 4 hours.
7. 7
   Remove from pan and serve.