Zucchini Bars

2 c. zucchini, shredded and unpeeled
1/2 t. baking soda
2 1/2 c. flour
1 t. vanilla
2 t. cinnamon
1/2 c. vegetable oil
1/2 t. baking powder
2 c. sugar
1/2 t. salt
4 eggs

Cream Cheese Frosting
1/4 c. margarine, softened
1 3 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened
1 t. vanilla
2 c. confectioner's sugar
1/2 c. finely chopped walnuts

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease 9X13 inch pan or slightly larger pan. Beat sugar, eggs, oil, cinnamon, vanilla, baking powder, baking soda, and,salt in large bowl until well blended. Add flour, mix until blended. Gently fold in zucchini. Spread into greased pan. Bake 30 minutes or until tooth pick comes out clean. Cool on wire rack.

Frosting.
Beat margarine, cream cheese and vanilla on low speed, gradually add in confectioner's sugar until blended. Spread on cooled cake and sprinkle with nuts.

submitted by Lenore Cadwell