Simple Carrot Cake Recipe

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INGREDIENTS

1 1/4 cup vegetable oil 2 cups light brown sugar 2 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract 4 eggs 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking soda 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 cups grated carrots 1 cup chopped pecans 8 ounces cream cheese 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar 1/3 cup heavy cream Get The Recipe

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