Buttercream Frosting

1/2 c. butter
1/2 c. shortening
1 tsp vanilla
1/8 tsp salt
1 lb (4 c.) powdered sugar
3 Tbsp cold milk

Cream butter and shortening together with an electric mixer. Add vanilla and salt. Beat in sugar, 1 c. at a time, blending well after each addition. Scrape sodes and bottom of bowl often with a spatula. Add milk and beat at high speed until light and fluffy. Keep frosting covered with lid or damp cloth and store in fridge when not in use.

Makes 3 cups.