1 lb. boxes confectioners sugar
2/3 c. Crisco shortening
1/2 c. water
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cream of tartar
2 tsp. butter flavoring
2 tsp. vanilla flavoring

Sift 1 1/2 boxes of confectioners sugar into large mixing bowl. Add Crisco, water, salt, and cream of tartar. Blend at a slow speed and work up to a high speed. add flavorings. Add remaining sugar. Beat at high speed about 3 minutes.

If icing is too stiff, add water a teaspoon at a time. This icing may be stored in airtight container on your pantry shelf for several weeks.