Dutch Apple Cake

2 cups granulated sugar
3 eggs
1 1/2 cups vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 cups diced apples
1 teaspoon salt

Combine sugar, eggs, oil, flour, salt, baking soda and cinnamon. Fold in apples. Pour into a greased 13 x 9-inch pan.

Prepare Topping.

Topping:
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Mix sugar and cinnamon together. Sprinkle on top of batter. Sprinkle pecans on top and bake at 325 degrees F for 40 to 50 minutes.