Buttercream Icing - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. butter
1 tsp. vanilla
4 c. confectioners sugar
2 Tbsp. milk (usually takes more)

Preparation

Cream the butter and shortening with mixer.
Add vanilla. Gradually add sugar, 1 cup at a time, beating well.
Icing will appear dry.
Add milk; beat at high speed until light and fluffy. (Can be refrigerated for 1 week in an airtight container.)