I have been making this for a long time. I have been canning beets since 1974 usually I do, 80 jars and by the next summer have non left. I got this recipe from my ex husbands grandma and when I make it I don't tell anyone till they have eaten a piece and ask for another. This is the moistest cake ever. I always clean,boil,shred, and package enough to freeze for 5 or so cakes during the year. You all will love this cake. gennie