Instructions:

Piccadilly Cafeteria Carrot Bars

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup applesauce
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
12 cup chopped nuts (optional)
1/2 cup vegetable oil
2 jars baby food carrots
1 1/4 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt

Icing
1/4 cup soft margarine
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
3 ounces light cream cheese
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

In a large bowl, mix all carrot bar ingredients and nuts together. Bake in 9 x 13-inch lightly greased and floured pan for 25 - 30 minutes. While bars bake, mix icing. When bars are baked, cool, spread with icing or sprinkle with powdered sugar. Cut into bars. Share with friends.

Servings: 4