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BUTTERMILK PANCAKE & WAFFLE MIX
 
Your family will kiss the cook when you serve them these delicious morning treats.
 
2 cups dry buttermilk powder
8 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup sugar
8 teaspoons baking powder
4 teaspoons baking soda
2 teaspoons salt
 
BUTTERMILK PANCAKE &
WAFFLE MIX makes:
Aebleskivers, page 268
Buttermilk Pancakes, page 222
Buttermilk Waffles, page 220
Monte Cristo Sandwiches, page 190
Puff Pancake, page 223
 
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Stir with a wire whisk until evenly distributed. Pour into a 12-cup container with a tight-fitting lid. Seal container. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes about 10-1/2 cups BUTTERMILK PANCAKE & WAFFLE MIX.
WHOLE-GRAIN PANCAKE MIX
 
Grated apple makes a great addition to these pancakes.
 
3-1/2 cups whole-wheat flour
3-1/4 cups white flour
3/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon baking soda
1 tablespoon salt
 
WHOLE-GRAIN PANCAKE MIX makes:
Whole-Grain Pancakes, page 221
Whole-Grain Waffles, page 220
 
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Stir with a wire whisk until evenly distributed. Pour into a 10-cup container with a tight-fitting lid. Seal container. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes about 7-1/2 cups WHOLE-GRAIN PANCAKE MIX.
CHOCOLATE PUDDING & PIE-FILLING MIX
 
After you've used a wire whisk, you'll wonder how you ever got along without one.
 
1-1/2 cups plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, sifted
3-1/4 cups granulated sugar
1-1/3 cups cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
 
CHOCOLATE PUDDING & PIE-FILLING MIX makes:
Chocolate Cream Pie, page 296
 
CREAMY CHOCOLATE
PUDDING
1 cup CHOCOLATE PUDDING & PIE-FILLING MIX
2-3/4 cups milk
2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
 
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Stir with a wire whisk until evenly distributed. Pour into a 6-cup container with a tight-fitting lid. Seal container. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 3 to 4 months. Makes about 6 cups CHOCOLATE PUDDING & PIE-FILLING MIX.
 
 
 
CREAMY CHOCOLATE PUDDING In a saucepan combine CHOCOLATE PUDDING & PIE-FILLING MIX and milk. Cook and stir until mixture thickens. Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla. Pour into 6 serving bowls. Makes 6 servings.
LEMON PIE-FILLING MIX
 
Tart and refreshing for a sauce or filling. One of our favorite uses is as a topping on hot gingerbread.
 
2-1/2 cups presweetened powdered lemonade mix
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons cornstarch
1-1/4 cups sugar, more for sweeter flavor
1 teaspoon salt
 
LEMON PIE-FILLING MIX makes:
Hot Lemon Sauce, page 322
Luscious Lemon Pie, page 299
 
In a medium bowl, combine lemonade mix, cornstarch, sugar and salt. Mix well. Put in a 1-quart airtight container. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 to 8 months. Makes about 4-1/4 cups LEMON PIE-FILLING MIX.
VANILLA PUDDING & PIE-FILLING MIX
 
Puddings and pies made from this cornstarch-based mix will be smoother and clearer than those made from flour-based mixes. Shake or stir mix before measuring to make recipes.
 
2-1/3 cups granulated sugar
1-3/4 cups cornstarch
3/4 teaspoon salt
 
VANILLA PUDDI NG & PIE-FILLING MIX makes:
Boston Cream Pie, page 276
Creamy Vanilla Pudding, page 324
Layered Vanilla Cream, page 325
Sour Cream & Raisin Pie, page 301
Vanilla Cream Pie, page 302
 
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Stir with a wire whisk until blended. Pour into a 4-cup container with a tight-fitting lid. Seal container. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 4 months. Makes about 4 cups VANILLA PUDDING & PIE-FILLING MIX.
COOKIE MIX
 
Package this mix in a gift container and attach a cookie cutter with a bow.
 
8 cups all-purpose flour
2-1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups brown sugar, packed
4 teaspoons salt
1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
3 cups vegetable shortening
 
COOKIE MIX makes:
Tropic Macaroons, page 319
 
Snickerdoodles, page 319
 
Chocolate-Chip Cookies, page 316
 
Banana-Coconut Delights, page 328
 
Peanut-Butter Cookies, page 318
 
In a large bowl, combine flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt and baking soda until well-blended. With a pastry blender or heavy-duty mixer, cut in shortening until mixture resembles cornmeal in texture. Put in a large airtight container. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 10 to 12 weeks. Makes about 16 cups COOKIE MIX.
CRISP COATING MIX
 
A crunchy flavorful coating you'll find very useful.
 
3 cups cornflake crumbs (about 8 cups cornflakes)
1 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup sesame seeds
4 teaspoons dried parsley leaves, crushed
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
 
CRISP COATING MIX makes:
Chicken & Ham Foldovers, page 156
Crunchy-Crust Chicken, page 154
Crunchy Fish Bake, page 209
Baked Pork Chops, page 200
 
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients Stir with a wire whisk until evenly distributed. Pour into a 5-cup container with a tight-fitting lid. Seal container. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 2 months. Makes about 4-1/2 cups CRISP COATING MIX.
GRANOLA MIX
 
Try it as a topping on pancakes, yogurt or ice cream—what a treat!
 
10 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup wheat germ
1/2 lb. shredded coconut
2 cups raw sunflower seeds
1 cup sesame seeds
3 cups chopped almonds, pecans or walnuts
1-1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
1-1/2 cups water
3/4 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup molasses
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 teaspoons vanilla extract
Raisins or other dried fruits, if desired
 
GRANOLA MIX makes:
Gran Muffins, page 271
Energy Bars, page 317
 
Preheat oven to 300F (150C). In a large bowl combine oats, wheat germ, coconut, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds and nuts. Blend well.
 
In a large saucepan, combine brown sugar, water, oil, honey, molasses, salt, cinnamon and vanilla. Heat until sugar is dissolved, but do not boil. Pour syrup over dry ingredients and stir until wellcoated. Spread into five 13” x 9” baking pans or cookie sheets with sides.
 
Bake 20 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Bake 15 minutes longer for crunchier texture. Cool. Add raisins or other dried fruit, if desired. Put in airtight containers. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes about 20 cups GRANOLA MIX.
 
Pour honey mixture over dry ingredients and stir to coat well.
HERBED STUFFING MIX
 
Keep this handy on the shelf for meat or poultry stuffing or tossed salad croutons!
 
30 slices firm-textured bread, cut in 1/2-inch cubes
2/3 cup cooking oil
3 tablespoons instant minced onion
3 tablespoons dried parsley flakes
2 teaspoons garlic salt
3/4 teaspoon ground sage
1/2 teaspoon seasoned pepper
 
HERBED STUFFING MIX makes:
Chicken Oahu, page 160
Supper Stuffing, page 125
Chicken Strata, page 163
Zucchini Casserole, page 120
Scallop Casserole, page 194
Sausage-Cheese Breakfast Strata, page 224
 
Preheat oven to 300F (150C). Put bread cubes in two 13” x 9” baking pans. Toast bread cubes in oven for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from oven and cool slightly. Stir in oil, onion, parsley flakes, garlic salt, sage and seasoned pepper. Lightly toss bread cubes with seasonings to coat cubes. Put in a large airtight container. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 3 to 4 months. Makes about 12 cups HERBED STUFFING MIX.
MUESELI OATMEAL MIX
 
This popular European cereal which originated in Switzerland is showing up on breakfast tables across America.
 
8 cups quick-cooking oats
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 teaspoons salt
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1-1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg
1-1/2 cups dried apple pieces or raisins
 
MUESELI OATMEAL MIX makes:
Swiss Porridge, page 228
 
Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Stir with a wire whisk until evenly distributed. Pour into a 10-cup container with a tight-fitting lid. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes about 10 cups MUESELI OATMEAL MIX.
ONION SEASONING MIX
 
Check your bulk foods or wholesale stores for instant bouillon granules and spices—you'll save even more on this mix. Use this mix whenever your recipe calls for dry onion soup mix.
 
4 teaspoons instant beefbouillon granules
8 teaspoons dried minced onion
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon Bon Appetit Seasoning
®
 
ONION SEASONING MIX makes:
Apricot Chicken, page 169
 
Baked Beef Brisket, page 127
 
French Onion Soup Gratiné, page 96
 
Meat & Potato Pie, page 141
 
No-Fuss Swiss-Steak Stew, page 134
 
Onion Pot Roast, page 128
 
Cut a 6-inch square of heavy-duty foil. Place all ingredients in center of foil. Fold foil to make an airtight package. Label with date and contents. Store in a cool, dry place. Use within 6 months. Makes 1 package ONION SEASONING MIX.
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