Butter Cream Frosting 1

4 cups powdered sugar, sifted

1 cup solid vegetable shortening

¼ cup water

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1¼ teaspoons liquid butter flavor (optional)

1/8 teaspoon salt

Additional sifted powdered sugar

Food color (optional)

In a large mixer bowl at low speed, beat 4 cups powdered sugar, shortening, water, vanilla, butter flavor and salt until well blended. At medium speed, beat for 5 minutes or until smooth and creamy, (frosting will be soft.) Add additional powdered sugar for a stiffer consistency if desired. Tint portions with food color if desired.

Chocolate Butter cream Frosting: Sift together powdered sugar and ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder. Prepare as above.