Spice Cake Bulk Mix

Directions

1. 1
   Set aside the shortening, it will be added later.
2. 2
   In a very large bowl big enough to hold 17 cups, sift together all of the dry ingredients-- TWICE Then with a pastry blender or two knives, cut in the shortening until the mixture resembles cornmeal.
3. 3
   Store in an airtight container (I use a Tupperware Modular Mate 3).
4. 4
   Mix will keep for 6 months in a cool, dry place.
5. 5
   The mix will make 6- 8 inch layers.
6. 6
   To make 1 single layer square cake, measure 2 cups of the Spice Cake Bulk Mix into a bowl.
7. 7
   In a separate bowl, mix together the egg (beaten), molasses and boiling water.
8. 8
   Add 1/2 of this molasses mixture to the Spice Cake Mix and beat until well blended.
9. 9
   Add remaining liquid and beat again.
10. 10
    Pour into a greased and floured 8 inch square pan.
11. 11
    Bake in a 350 degree oven 30-35 minutes.
12. 12
    Cool on rack before removing from pan.
13. 13
    A cream cheese frosting is good with this, flavour with orange rind.