Baking mix

 
                                 BAKING MIX
 
 Recipe By     : The Cook's Book of Uncommon Recipes
 Serving Size  : 12   Preparation Time :0:00
 Categories    : Mixes
 
   Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
 --------  ------------  --------------------------------
    8      cups          all-purpose flour (or 4 cups each all-
                         purpose flour and whole wheat flour)
    2      tablespoons   baking powder
    1      tablespoon    salt
    2      teaspoons     cream of tartar
    1      teaspoon      baking soda
    2      cups          dry nonfat milk
    2      cups          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.
 
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 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.