3 eggs, well beaten

2 cups sugar

1 cup oil

3 teaspoons vanilla

2-1/2 cups flour

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

3 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1/2 cup cocoa

1 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Blend all ingredients until just mixed.

Pour into 2 greased bread pans.

Bake at 350 degrees for 1 hour or until toothpick comes out clean.

Makes 2 loaves.