Easy Baking Mix

If you are like me, you love biscuits but you rarely make them because they are time consuming.  But, what if you had a mix?  Hmmm, I might try it.  I am sure this isn't going to be good for my carb consumption.

Mix 9 cups all purpose flour, 1/4 C. baking powder, and 1 tbsp. salt.  Cut in 2 C. shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.  Store in airtight container in a cool, dry place.

Cinnamon Sugar Scones

Mix 3 cups biscuit baking mix and 1/4 cup sugar.  Whisk together 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt, 1/3 cup 2% milk, and 1 tbsp. vanilla extract; stir into dry ingredients just until moistened.  Stir in 1 cup cinnamon chips or semi sweet chocolate chips.  On a lightly floured surface, knead dough gently 10 times.  Pat into a 9 inch circle, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.  Cut into 8 wedges; place on ungreased baking sheet.  Bake at 375 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Italian Biscuits

Mix 2 cups biscuit baking mix and 1 tsp. Italian seasoning; stir in 1/2 cup half and half just until moistened.  On a lightly floured surface, knead dough gently 10 times.  Roll out to 1/2 inch thickness; cut with 2 1/2 inch biscuit cutter.  Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet.  Bake at 425 degrees for 13-16 minutes or until golden brown.