Foolproof Chocolate Icing

Directions

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   Bring slowly
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   to
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   a
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   full rolling boil; stir constantly and boil briskly
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   for
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   two
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   minutes.
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   On a rainy or humid day, boil mixture 2
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   1/4 minutes.
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    Cool until lukewarm and add 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoon vanilla and beat until creamy and thick enough to spread.