Desserts/mem's chocolate frosting

Makes: Frosting

Active Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

From: Mem's recipe box

Ingredients

1 1/4 cups sugar

1 cup evaporated milk or heavy cream

5 oz. unsweetened chocolate

1/2 cup butter

1 tsp. vanilla

Directions

Step 1

Combine sugar and milk in a heavy sauce pan. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat, simmer 6 minutes without stirring. Remove from heat. Add chocolate, stir to blend. Stir in butter and vanilla. Chill until mixture begins to thicken. Beat until thick and creamy.