Sigrid's Carrot Cake

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups grated carrots
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 cup pecans, chopped finely
• 1 pound powdered sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 4 whole eggs
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 stick butter, softened
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Butter, for greasing
• 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened