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Decorating--Buttercream Icing Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1/2 c. solid vegetable shortening
1/2 c. butter or margarine, softened
1 tsp. clear vanilla extract
4 c. sifted powdered sugar (approx. 1 lb.)
2 Tbsp. milk
Directions:
Directions:
In large bowl, cream shortening and butter with electric mixer. Add vanilla. Gradually add sugar, one cup at a time, beating well on medium 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 bowl covered with a damp cloth until ready to use. For best results, keep icing bowl in refrigerator when not in use. Refrigerated in an airtight container, this icing can be stored 2 weeks. Re-whip before using. Makes about 3 cups of icing that is perfect for decorating.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
3 cups
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
For thin spreading consistency icing, add 2 Tbsp. light corn syrup, water, or milk.

 

 

 

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