* Exported from MasterCook * Rich Brownie Mix Recipe By : Make Your Own Groceries, Hartwig 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. Yield: 8 Cups (enough for 4 pans of brownies) To Use: Put 2 eggs and 1 ts vanilla or orange extract in a mixing bowl; beat slightly. Stir in 4 tb melted butter or margarine which has been cooled. Lightly spoon 2 cups of 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 & floured 8x8x2" pan. Bake in a preheated 350°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. Posted by: Dax C. Davis , Jul 13, 1996 - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -