Italian Buttercream
"This is the frosting that you'll find on many wedding cakes. Its silky texture is unparalleled, it pipes like a dream, and can be flavored and colored in as many ways as you can imagine. While it takes a little time to make, it freezes quite well. It's great to have on hand for unexpected occasions...."
INGREDIENTS
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SUGAR SYRUP
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1 1 1/4 cups sugar
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1 1/2 cup water
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MERINGUE
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1 1/2 cup meringue powder
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1 1 cup water
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1 1/4 teaspoon salt
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1 1/3 cup sugar
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FROSTING
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1 3 cups (6 sticks) unsalted butter
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1 1/2 to 3/4 cup vegetable shortening (optional)
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1 1 teaspoon to 2 tablespoons flavoring (see baker's hints)
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