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Buttercream Frosting

What better way to celebrate a special occasion than a cake or dessert featuring heavenly Buttercream Frosting? With this quick and easy recipe, you can prepare this delightful frosting at home, using it to make a great dessert perfect!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 C butter 1 stick, softened
  • 1 1/2 C solid vegetable shortening
  • 1 tsp. vanilla
  • 1 -2 lb. bag powdered sugar 8 cups
  • 4 to 6 T. milk

Instructions

  • Mix 1/2 cup softened butter and 1 1/2 cup solid vegetable shortening. Add 1 teaspoon vanilla. Mix.
  • Gradually add 2 lb. bag powdered sugar (8 cups), mixing as you go.
  • Add 4 to 6 tablespoons milk. Increase speed of mixer as you continue to add milk, eventually mixing on high until desired consistency. Store leftovers in the refrigerator.