INGREDIENTS
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6 cups all purpose flour
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4 teaspoons baking powder
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2 teaspoons salt
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8 cups sugar
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1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 cups vegetable shortening
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2 eggs
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1 teaspoon vanilla
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3 tablespoons melted butter
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1/2 cup add ins such as nuts or chocolate chips (optional)