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Originally Posted by
judypie 
what is hi-ratio shortening?
Hi there....I see this is a old thread but they mention high ratio shortening . Its high in fat content ( sp ) anyways it also has other ingredients to make it hold liquid and sugar better it really makes a huge
difference in making buttercream. Its not Crisco crisco is now trans fat free.
You can buy high ratio shortening at a cake supply store a restaurant depot or online.
www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00024WNTU
www.littleladycakes.com/2009/04/high-ratio-shortening.html?m=1
High ratio shortening also is more stable to high temperatures like in the warm summer months
Edited by kazita - 4/19/13 at 11:09am