Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups ap flour
• 1 1/4 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp cloves
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 lb med carrots peeled (6-7)
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 4 eggs
• 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 toasted pecans (optional)

• Frosting

• 8 oz cream cheese soft
• 5 tblspn butter
• 1 tablespoon sour cream
• 1/2 tsp vanilla ex
• 1 1/4 cup confectioners sugar