Pumpkin Cake with Caramel Sauce

This is one of my favorite desserts! Especially in the autumn months.

In a mixing bowl, beat:
4 eggs
1 can (16 oz) pumpkin
3/4 c canola oil

Add, and mix for about 1 minute:
2 c flour
1 c sugar
2 t baking soda
2 t ground cinnamon
1 t ground nutmeg
1/2 t salt

Pour into a greased 9X13 pan.
Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes, (or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.)

Caramel Sauce:
In a saucepan, heat-
2 T butter
1 1/4 c water
Boil 3 minutes, stirring constantly.

Add, and bring to boil over medium heat:
3 T flour
1 1/2 c brown sugar
pinch salt

Remove from heat, and stir in:
1/2 t vanilla

Cut cake into squares.
Serve with warm sauce and fresh whipping cream.