Handy Oatmeal Cookie Mix
["7 c. sifted flour", "3 1/2 c. sugar", "3 Tbsp. salt", "1/4 c. baking powder", "1 lb. shortening not requiring refrigeration (2 1/2 c.)", "1 (1 lb. 4 oz.) box quick cooking oats"]
["Sift flour, sugar, salt and baking powder together 3 times. Cut in shortening until mixture has consistency of corn meal.", "Add rolled oats and mix well.", "Store in a covered container at room temperature.", "Makes about 22 cups."]
["flour", "sugar", "salt", "baking powder", "shortening not requiring refrigeration", "cooking oats"]