Whether the recipe says to or not, it's always a good idea to sift the powdered (confectioners') sugar. If it's not sifted, there's a strong possibility that the frosting will be lumpy.
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Step One - Making Buttercream Icing - Sift Powdered Sugar
Sifting Sugar
2009 Sifting Sugar Photo by Carroll Pellegrinelli, licensed to About.com
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- Step One - Making Buttercream Icing - Sift Powdered Sugar
- Step Two - Making Buttercream Icing - Cream the Butter
- Step Three - Making Buttercream Icing - Add the Sugar
- Step Four - Making Buttercream Icing - Scrape the Bowl
- Step Five - Making Buttercream Icing - Add More Sugar
- Step Six - Making Buttercream Icing - Add Milk
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