Buttercream Frosting

by the Editors of Easy Home Cooking Magazine

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Yield: Makes about 3-1/2 cups
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Ingredients:
6
cups powdered sugar, sifted and divided

3/4
cup butter, softened

1/4
cup shortening

6
to 8 tablespoons milk, divided

1
teaspoon vanilla



Preparation:
1.
Combine 3 cups powdered sugar, butter, shortening, 4 tablespoons milk and vanilla in large bowl. Beat with electric mixer until smooth. Add remaining powdered sugar; beat until light and fluffy, adding more milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, as needed for good spreading consistency.





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