Brownie Mix

By prairiemama

Ingredients

• To make brownies:
• 6 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 teaspoons baking powder
• 4 teaspoons salt
• 8 cups sugar
• 1 can (8 oz) baking cocoa
• 2 cups vegetable shortening
• 2 1/2 cups brownie mix
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 cups chopped nuts (optional)

Details

Servings 17

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large bowl, combine the fllour, baking powder,
salt, sugar and cocoa.
2. With a pastry blender, cut in shortening until evenly
mixed
3. Store in a large airtight container in cupboard

*Keeps 10-12 weeks

To make brownies
1. In a mixing bowl, combine all ingredients.
2. Beat with a spoonuntil smooth
3. Pour into a greased 8-inch square baking pan
4. Bake at 350 for 20-25 minutes or until tests done
5. Cut into squares while still warm
6. Dust with powdered sugar if desired