Decorator Frosting
1 1/2 cups Crisco shortening
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon clear vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon butter (or almond) flavoring
2 pounds powdered sugar, sifted
1/2 cup water
In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine shortening, salt, vanilla extract, and butter flavoring. Mix at medium speed until smooth and creamy. Gradually add the powdered sugar a little at a time, mixing at low - medium speed until sugar is incorporated. When the frosting starts to become thick, begin to add the water a small amount at a time, alternating with the remainder of the powdered sugar. After all ingredients have been blended smoothly, beat the frosting for 5 additional minutes at medium - high speed. Frosts and decorates two 9-inch layers or one 9 x 13-inch cake. Keep frosted cake refrigerated.
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