Step 1: In a small mixing bowl beat shortening and vanilla with an electric mixer on medium speed for 30 seconds.
Step 2: Gradually beat in 1-1/3 cups of the powdered sugar until smooth.
Step 3: Beat in 1 tablespoon of the milk.
Step 4: Gradually beat in the remaining powdered sugar and enough milk to make frosting a piping consistency.
Step 5: Tint frosting as desired with food coloring.
Step 6: Use to decorate cookies
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