Richmond Chocolate Frosting - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 c. sugar (granulated)
1 1/2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 (1 oz.) sq. unsweetened chocolate, grated
dash of salt
1/2 c. boiled water
1 1/2 Tbsp. butter
1/2 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

Mix sugar and cornstarch.
Add chocolate and salt.
Add water. Cook until mixture is thick.
Remove from heat.
Add butter and vanilla.
Spread on cake while hot for a glossy frosting which remains soft and smooth.