8 3/4 c. flour
1/3 c. baking powder
1/4 c. sugar
1 tbsp. salt
2 c. vegetable shortening

Sift flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. Cut in shortening, 1 cup at a time until mix looks like coarse meal. Put in covered container or plastic bag. Can be stored at room temperature for 3 months or longer in the freezer.