Cream butter, and shortening. Beating for 5 minutes.
Add half of the sugar. Beat untill smooth.
Add the rest of the sugar. Beat on low speed for 5 minutes.
Add egg whites and beat on medium speed for 5 minutes.
Standard Cake Decorating Icing
2 lb. powdered sugar, sifted or processed in food processor
so that there are no lumps
1 1/2 cups standard Crisco (not butter flavored)
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon clear vanilla flavoring
1 teaspoon almond flavoring (or any clear flavoring of choice)
Mix and beat in electric mixer for at least 5 minutes, maybe even longer. Make sure it is smooth and fluffy. Put in an airtight container and store in refrigerator overnight.
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