"Decorated with fresh carrot ribbons, this carrot cake makes an impressive party dessert...."
INGREDIENTS
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2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
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2teaspoons ground ginger
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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2 teaspoons baking soda
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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1 teaspoon salt
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4 large eggs
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1cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup packed brown sugar
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3/4 cup vegetable oil
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1/4 cup orange juice
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1can (8oz) crushed pineapple in juice
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1 pound of carrots, peeled and shredded (3 cups)
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1 cup walnuts chopped
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Cream Cheese Frosting:
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12 ounces cream cheese
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4Tablespoon butter or margarine sofftened
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1 1/5 cups confectioners' sugar
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1 pinch salt
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Decorations
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2 large carrots
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1/4 cup granulated sugar
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1/2 cup water
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Fresh mint sprigs