enough water to mix to a paste
↝ Water, tap
[Tap water]
Instructions (2)
Take, in a saucepan, 1/2 lb. icing sugar, 2 ozs. of grated chocolate, and enough water to mix to a paste.
Stir over a fire till thick and smooth but do not allow it to boil.
Original Text
Icing for Cakes—Chocolate.
Take, in a saucepan, ½ lb. icing sugar, 2 ozs. of grated chocolate, and enough water to mix to a paste. Stir over a fire till thick and smooth but do not allow it to boil.