Nancy's Frosting Recipe

Mom used to make this a lot when we were kids.  Goes well with Marilyn's Black Cake.

1 c. shortening or part butter
7 c. powdered sugar
1/2 t. salt
2 t. vanilla
4 t. water
2 unbeaten egg white

Cream shortening.  Add 1 cup sugar, salt, vanilla and water.  Stir until blended an dbeat until smooth.  Add another cup of sugar, egg whites and the remaining sugar beating well after each addition.  Add a little more water, if needed.

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