When pears are in season, I love to make this scrumptious cake. It's moist and keeps well, and makes a wonderful dessert as well as a breakfast or brunch cake.
In a mixing bowl, beat eggs on medium speed. Gradually add sugar and oil; beat thoroughly. Combine flour, cinnamon, salt and baking soda; add to egg mixture and mix well. Stir in pears and vanilla (batter will be stiff). Spoon into a greased and floured 10-in. tube pan. Bake at 350° for 60-65 minutes or until cake tests done. Let cool in pan 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar and milk; beat until smooth. Drizzle over warm cake. Cool completely.