Recipe: Brownie Mix

Brownie Mix
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Recipe by: Country Woman, Collector's Edition

BROWNIE MIX
6 Cups flour
4 Teaspoons baking powder
4 Teaspoons salt
8 Cups sugar
8 Ounces baking cocoa
2 Cups vegetable shortening

BROWNIES
2 1/2 Cups brownie mix
2 eggs -- beaten
1 Teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 Cup nuts, chopped -- optional
confectioner's sugar -- optional

BROWNIE MIX:
In a large bowl, combine first five ingredients. With a pastry blender, cut in shortening until evenly distributed. Store in a large airtight container in cupboard. Keeps 10-12 weeks.

BROWNIES:
In a mixing bowl, combine first four ingredients. Beat with spoon until smooth. Spread into a greased 8-inch square baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until top tests done. Cut into squares while still warm. Dust with confectioner's sugar if desired.

Mary's NOTE:
I double this recipe, place 5 cup portions in individual freezer bags and store the mix in the freezer. When I bake brownies, I use 1 bag, double the recipe and bake in a 10x13-inch pan for about 20 minutes.