Chocolate Icing

Directions

1. 1
   Mix sugar, milk, syrup, chocolate and shortening in saucepan. Let come to boil, scraping sides until well dissolved.
2. 2
   Boil 3 minutes or 220° on candy thermometer.
3. 3
   Remove from heat.
4. 4
   Let cool about 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Add vanilla and beat until spreading consistency.
6. 6
   (Can be thinned with milk or cream if allowed to get too thick.)
7. 7
   Will ice 2 (9-inch) layers 1 1/2 times.
8. 8
   Will ice 3 (9-inch) layers.
9. 9
   Creamy and good.