Buttercream icing

* Exported from MasterCook *

Buttercream icing

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Serving Size : 3 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cake

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1/2 C Solid vegetable shortening
1/2 C Butter or margarine
1 T Clear vanilla extract
4 C Confectioners sugar, sifted
2 Tb Milk

cream butter and shortening with electric mixer. add
vanilla. gradually add sugar, one cup at a time,
beating well on meduim speed. scrape sides and bottom
of bowl often. When all sugar has been mixed in, icing
will appear dry. add milk and beat at medium speed
until light and fluffy. keep icing covered with a damp
cloth until ready to use. for best results, keep icing
bowl in refrigerator when not in use. this icing can
be stored for 2 weeks. rewhip before using.
recipe from "Fun Gun"



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