To Don: I have a Taylor instant read thermometer. I use it for
everything. It is great and accurate. Cost under $10 Canadian.
To Helen: homemade 'Bisquick'
8 1/2 cups all purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 cups instant nonfat dry milk
2 1/4 cups ( 1 box) vegetable shortening
Whisk dry ingredients together. Cut in shortening with a pastry blender
until evenly distributed. I put it in a plastic container and keep it
handy in the kitchen. Makes about 13 cups.
Joan in southern Ontario.