Creamy White Frosting
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INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup vegetable shortening 6 cups sifted powdered sugar, divided 3 tablespoons milk 2 teaspoons clear vanilla extract Beat shortening in large bowl with electric mixer at medium speed until fluffy. Gradually beat in 3 cups sugar until well blended and smooth. Carefully beat in 3 tablespoons milk and vanilla. Gradually beat in remaining 3 cups sugar, adding more milk, 1 teaspoon at a time, as needed for good spreading consistency. Store in refrigerator. NOTE - For thinner frosting use more milk and for thicker frosting use less milk. Makes enough to fill and frost 2 (8-inch round or square cake layers) or frost 1 (13 x 9-inch) cake.