When the grandchildren were young, Grandma Whiting would frost the Birthday Cake, coloring the frosting according to the season or the grandchild's favorite color.
INGREDIENTS
3 c sifted confectioners sugar
1/3 c Crisco shortening
3 Tbsp butter
1 1/2 tsp vanilla
1 - 3 Tbsp milk
FOR SMALL CAKE
2 c sifted confectioners sugar
1/4 c shortening
2 Tbsp butter
1 tsp vanilla
1 - 3 Tbsp milk
Blend the sugar and shortening.
Add the butter and vanilla, and stir until smooth.
Add milk until the frosting is a spreadable consistency.
Add a few drops of food coloring if desired.