YIELD Makes enough to fill and frost 2 (8-inch) round or square cake layers or frost 1 (13X9-inch) cake
INGREDIENTS
1/2 cup shortening 6 cups sifted powdered sugar, divided 3 tablespoons milk 2 teaspoons clear vanilla extract Additional milk* *For thinner frosting, use more milk and for thicker frosting use less milk.PREPARATION:
- Beat shortening in large bowl with electric mixer at medium speed until fluffy. Gradually beat in 3 cups sugar until well blended and smooth. Carefully beat in 3 tablespoons milk and vanilla. Gradually beat in remaining 3 cups sugar, adding more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, as needed for good spreading consistency. Store in refrigerator.