8 ounces unsalted butter room temperature
8 ounces all-purpose shortening
1 pound confectioner sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbs milk

1. Place Butter and shortening in mixer bowl, use a paddle attachment, cream the butter mix on high until light
and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
2. Add Vanilla and continue to beat untilfrosting is smooth and light (about 1-2 minutes).
3. Add 1/3 of the sugarand mix, scrape down sides and add another 1i3 and mix, repeat. (buttercream may look dry)
4. Add half the milk and mix, if need more add the rest of the milk and put paddle on higher speed.
5. you can use immediately.
6. Refrigerate up to a week. Bring to room temperature before using.