4 tbsp. flour
1 c. milk
1/2 c. shortening
1/2 c. butter
1 c. sugar
2 tbsp. vanilla or almond flavoring

Mix flour and milk in saucepan. Cook over low heat while stirring until thick. Cool. Cream butter and shortening for 4 minutes. Add sugar gradually and beat for 4 minutes more. Add flour paste and beat for another 4 minutes. Add flavoring and blend.