Grandma Hanrahan'S Vanilla Icing
["1 1/4 c. powdered sugar", "2 Tbsp. milk", "1 tsp. vanilla extract", "food coloring (optional)"]
["In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar, milk, vanilla and a few drops of food coloring (if desired), stirring until smooth. The icing should be fluid but thick enough to form a line when drizzled from the tip of a spoon.", "If necessary, add a few drops of milk to thin or a little more sugar to thicken.", "Makes about 1/2 cup."]
["powdered sugar", "milk", "vanilla extract", "food coloring"]