Rich Brownie Mix

Rich Brownie Mix

Ingredients:

• 4 c Sugar
• 2 c Flour
• 1 1/3 c Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 ts Baking powder
• 2 ts Salt
• 1 c Vegetable shortening

Instructions:

Put all ingredients except the shortening in a large bowl; use a spoon
to mix until uniform. Cut in shortening using either a pastry blender or
your fingertips until mixture looks like chocolate cornmeal. Seal tightly
in a plastic bag or jar, label and store at room temperature.
Makes 8 cups of mix; enough for 4 pans of brownies

TO USE: Put 2 eggs and 1 teaspoon vanilla or orange extract in a
mixing bowl; beat slightly. Stir in 4 tablespoons melted butter or
margarine which has been cooled. Lightly spoon 2 cups of the mix into
the mixing bowl; do not pack the mix when measuring. Beat well with
a spoon to make a somewhat smooth batter; stir in 1/2 cup chopped
nuts, if desired. Spread into a greased and floured 8 x 8 x 2 inch pan.
Bake in a preheated 350 degree F. oven for 30 to 35 minutes or until a
knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pan then cut into
squares.