6 c Flour; sifted
5 1/2 c Sugar
1 ts Baking powder
5 1/2 ts Baking soda
2 c Unsweetened cocoa
2 c Vegetable shortening
Sift dry ingredients together. Cut in shortening wiht a pastry blender or
two knives, or you can use your food processor for this step.
Store mix in a tightly closed container on the pantry shelf.
Mix will keep for up to 6 months in dry weather. If the weather is hot and
humid, keep this mix in the refrigerator.
Note: This mix can be kept handy on the pantry shelf and is very convenient
for a quick but rich treat. The basic chocolate cake from your own mix can
be varied by the addition of different kinds of icings and fillings. Try
spreading 1 cup of fruit preserves between the layers before frosting, and
sprinkle the top with shredded coconut.
SOURCE: Cheaper & Better, by Nancy Birner
Yields
15 Cups