Friday, September 01, 2006

Chocolate Frosting

1/4 cup shortening, melted; or butter or margarine
1/2 cup cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup milk
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla
3-1/2 cups confectioners sugar (sift if lumpy)

Combine melted shortening, cocoa powder, and salt. Add milk and vanilla. Mix in sugar in three parts; stir until smooth and creamy. If needed for good spreading consistency, add more sugar to thicken or more milk to thin out.

Makes enough frosting for 2 (8- or 9-inch) round layers or 1 (9x13) pan.

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