Melt together:
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3 T. shortening shopping list
3 squares chocolate shopping list
Blend in: shopping list
2 C. sifted pwdr sugar shopping list
1/4 t. salt shopping list
5 T. milk shopping list
Beat icing until it becomes smooth and glossy/thick enough to spread. Stir in 1/2 C. of nuts, if desired.
This will generously ice a 9X13 cake.