Mix up a batch of the mix beforehand. When friends come to visit you, you can have brownies in 30 minutes! 4 tsp. baking powder 4 tsp. salt 8 c. sugar 2 1/2 c. cocoa 2 c. shortening

Mix sifted flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and cocoa together. Cut in shortening. (This means rubbing between your fingers or using your mother's pastry blender until it stays in small flakes or balls.) Store in closed canister. Makes 8 brownie recipes.