8 c Unbleached Flour 2 1/2 c Granulated Sugar
2 c Brown Sugar, Firmly Packed 4 ts Salt
1 1/2 ts Baking Soda 3 c Vegetable Shortening

Sift dry ingredients together into a large bowl, mixing well. With a
pastry blender, cut shotening into dry ingredients until evenly
distributed. Put into a large airtight container and label as Basic Cookie
mix. Store in a cool dry place and use within 10 to 12 weeks.

Makes about 16 cups of mix.

Yields
1