Poppy Seed Cake

Directions

1. 1
   In large mixing bowl, beat sugar and oil; add eggs one at a time; beat.
2. 2
   Blend in vanilla; set aside.
3. 3
   In a medium bowl, blend together dry ingredients.
4. 4
   Alternately add the flour mixture and evaporated milk to large bowl (sugar, oil, eggs).
5. 5
   When all other ingredients are well mixed, add poppy seed (and nuts or raisins, if any).
6. 6
   Mix well and pour into greased and floured pans.
7. 7
   Preheat oven to 350°.
8. 8
   Bake in tube or Bundt pan at 350° for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or in 2 loaf pans at 350° for 1 to 1 1/4 hours or in four 7 1/2 x 3 1/2 x 2-inch deep loaf pans for 45 to 50 minutes.
9. 9
   Top of cake may be dusted with powdered sugar, if desired.