Step 1

In a large pan, stir the dry milk, baking powder, sugar and salt into the flour; mix thoroughly.

Step 2

Cut the shortening into the dry ingredients until the MIX is the consistency of corn meal.

Step 3

Place the mix in a covered glass or plastic container and keep in a cool, dry place.

Step 4

In warm weather the MIX should be refrigerated and used with a month.

Step 5

To measure, pile the MIX lightly into a cup and level off with a spatula or the back of a knife.