Homemade Baking Mix

We all know about the product Bisquick, the convenient baking mix that you can use to make all kinds of tasty treats. But, as usual, we wanted to see if we could make a homemade version that worked just as well while being easier on our wallet. So we turned to this recipe from Hillbilly Housewife (is that a great name or what??), and it worked out great! And it's a great money-saver! So of course we wanted to share it with all of you!



What you need:

• 9 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
• 1/4 cup baking powder
• 2 cups solid vegetable shortening

OR

• 10 cups self-rising flour (it has all the salt and baking powder in it you don't need to add more!)
  
• 2 cups solid vegetable shortening

In a large bowl, mix all your ingredients together (your hands are the perfect tool for the job!). Make sure it's a big bowl because this makes a LOT! Once it's all combined, store it in a large air-tight container or large zip lock bag. No refrigeration required!

How do you use it? Simply use it in recipes calling for baking mix or Bisquick! As a test run, we made Chicken and Dumplings....

....as well as the chocolaty cookies in these delectable little Ice Cream Sandwiches!
And both were a huge success! Happy cooking!