Baking Mix and Uses From Vegetarian Times Pt 1

INGREDIENTS:

8 c All-purpose flour; (or 4
-cups each all-purpose flour
-and whole wheat flour)
2 tb Baking powder
1 tb Salt
2 ts Cream of tartar
1 ts Baking soda
2 c Dry nonfat milk
2 c Shortening

Mix all dry ingredients together in large bowl (if you have a large mixer it is ideal to use for blending this mix but it can also be done quite adequately using a pastry blender to cut in shortening). Add shortening about a half cup at a time mixing well after each addition. Mixture will be mealy when mixed adequately. Put in air-tight container and store either in refrigerator or at room temperature. Use within about 3 months.

YIELD: about 12 cups of mix

For Biscuits: Mix 2 cups of Baking Mix with 1/2 cup water. Bake at 450F for 8-10 minutes.

For Muffins: Mix 2 cups of Baking Mix with 2 Tbsp sugar, 1 beaten egg and 2/3 cup milk. Bake at 400F for 15 minutes.

For Pancakes: Mix 2 cups of baking mix with 1 beaten egg and 1 1/3 cup milk.

For Waffles: Mix 2 cups of Baking Mix with 1 beaten egg, 2 Tbsp oil, and 1 1/3 cup milk.

NOTES : You can use this mix to make biscuits, dumplings, muffins, coffee cake, pancakes and waffles. It can also be used as an ingredient in casseroles and desserts.