Quick Mix (From Make-A-Mix Cookbook)

Submitted by JoDee Leahy

This is an amazing mix that you make ahead of time and can be used to make just about everything from doughnuts, to breadsticks, to cakes, cobblers, & scones. I used this to make the muffins above that I brought to cooking club this month.

8 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
4 Tbsp baking powder
1 Tbsp salt
2 Tbsp cream of tartar
1 tsp baking soda
1 1/2 cups instant nonfat dry milk or dry buttermilk powder
2 1/4 cups vegetable shortening

In a large bowl, sift together all dry ingredients. Blend well. With a pastry blender or heavy-duty mixer, cut in shortening until mixture resembles cornmeal in texture. Put in an airtight container. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 10-12 weeks. Makes about 13 cups of Quick Mix.

Variation:
Use 4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour and 4 1/4 cups whole-wheat flour. Increase baking powder to 5 Tbsp.