Make-Ahead Cookie Mix

Directions

1. 1
   In a very large bowl, combine butter, salt and baking powder. Using an electric mixer, blend well.
2. 2
   To measure flour, lightly spoon flour into measuring cup; level off (do not scoop or sift flour).
3. 3
   Add flour to butter mixture; blend until fine crumbs form, scraping bowl often.
4. 4
   Store in refrigerator in tightly covered container up to 4 weeks.
5. 5
   Makes 8 cups of mix - use for any of the variations to follow: