INGREDIENTS

1. 1/2cupshortening
2. 1/2cupreal butter
3. 1 1/2teaspoons clearvanilla extract
4. 5cupsconfectioners’ sugar
5. 2-3tablespoonsmilk

DIRECTIONS

1. Cream butter and shortening then add vanilla.
2. Add sugar a cup at a time beating on medium speed.
3. Add milk 1 Tbls. at a time and beat on high until completely blended.
4. TIP: To cut the sweetness I usually sprinkle some salt in the vanilla (so it will dissolve) before proceeding with recipe as instructed.