1/4 c. Crisco shortening, melted (or butter)
1/2 c. cocoa
1/4 tsp. salt
1/3 c. milk
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla
3 1/2 c. confectioners sugar

Combine melted Crisco, cocoa and salt, then add milk and vanilla. Mix in sugar in 3 parts. Mix until smooth and creamy. Add more sugar to thicken or milk to thin if needed for good spreading consistency. Frosts two 8 or 9-inch layers or a 13 x 9-inch cake.