Ermine Icing

1. 1

   Over medium heat, whisk flour and milk in a small saucepan and heat to a simmer, stirring frequently until it becomes very thick and almost puddinglike.

2. 2

   Remove from heat, whisk in vanilla and salt.

3. 3

   Pour into a bowl to allow it to cool completely.

4. 4

   Put plastic wrap on the surface to keep a skin from forming.

5. 5

   Use a mixer to cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy, scraping the sides of the bowl occasionally, about 5 minutes.

6. 6

   With the mixer on medium, add the cooled flour mixture a little bit at a time.

7. 7

   Continue to beat until the mixture becomes light and fluffy and resembles whipped cream.

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