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> Hallstream wrote:
> > Hi,
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> > I wounder if there is anyone who knows how to make cake frosting from
> > scratch, without any prefabricated stuff?
> >
> > Thanks in advance,
> > Mark
>
> A very basic frosting is simply confectioners (powdered) sugar, a few
> drops of vanilla extract (or flavor of choice), and a little water. Add
> water to desired consistancy.
>
> Use orange or lemon juice instead of vanilla and less water.

I call that a glaze rather than a frosting.