Bisquick

We enjoy the convenience of Bisquick, but discovered that it's much cheaper to make your own. It doesn't take much effort, and it is easily stored. Here's the recipe we use.

Quick Mix 

• 8 1/2 cups flour 
• 4 tablespoons baking powder 
• 1 tablespoon salt 
• 2 teaspoons cream of tartar 
• 1 teaspoon baking soda 
• 1 1/2 cups instant nonfat dry milk 
• 2 1/4 cups vegetable shortening 

In a large bowl, combine everything but the shortening. Then cut in the shortening. Store tightly-covered in a cool, dry place. Use in any recipe that calls for Bisquick.

Note that making 1/4 of the recipe results in about 2 3/4 cup of mix.

Recipe taken from

Make-a-Mix By Karine Eliason, Nevada Harward, Madeline Westover

And here's a very simple recipe to use the mix.

Drop Biscuits

Combine 3 cups Quick Mix with 3/4 cup water or milk. Drop by spoonfuls onto a greased baking sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes at 450°. Makes 10-12.Drop