* Exported from MasterCook * RICH BROWNIE MIX Recipe By : Serving Size : 48 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Cakes Make ahead Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 4 c Sugar 2 c Flour 1 1/3 c Unsweetened cocoa powder 2 ts Baking powder 2 ts Salt 1 c Vegetable shortening 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 cupsof 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. Recipe By : Make Your Own Groceries - Hartwig From: "Dax C. Davis" date: Sat, 13 Jul 1996 07:12:31 -0500 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -