How To Make An All Purpose Cake Mix

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Have you ever took the time to read the ingredients in commercial mixes? I can't even pronounce some of that stuff! If I cant pronounce it, should I be eating it? I have found that I can make my own homemade mixes that are frugal, ecomomical and taste better than commercial. I do this on a regualar basis and have done it for years. I just make them in bulk and store them in an airtight container. They also make great gifts. This particular recipe is for an all purpose cake mix. It is to be used just like you would a commercially prepared cake mix. You can use this basic mix to make many different kinds of cakes including but not limited to Lemon Pound Cake, Yellow Cake, White Cake, Spumoni cake. The possibliities are endless. If you would like a copy of any of my recipes just post a comment in the comment area and i will post it as soon as I can. 10 cups all purpose flour 6 1/4 cups sugar 1 cup cornstartch 5 Tablespoons Baking Powder 1 Tablespoon salt 2 12 cups vegetable shortening Combine and sift flour , sugar, cornstarch, baking powder and salt. Sifting is very important,Do not skip this part of the recipe. I mix all my mixes with my kitchenaid stand mixer but you can do it anyway that is convient for you. Use a pastry blender or heavy duty mixer to blend in shortening until mixture resembles cornmeal in texture. Spoon into a 20 cup container with an airtight seal. Store in a cool dry place. Do not store close to stove. Use within 10-12 weeks. Makes about 17 cups of All Purpose Cake Mix.