Brownies for Tea

Being prepared for tea at the knock on my door.
In my mind I always think what would I do if someone came by unexpected to have that cup of tea we had talked about. One recipe that I always have ready is brownies. I am not sure where I received this recipe many years ago, but it is so convenient.

Brownie Mix
Keeps for 1 year or more and makes 8 batches

8 cups sugar
5 1/2 cups flour
1 8 oz. can Hershey's unsweetened cocoa - dry
4 tsp. baking powder
2 tsp. salt

Mix together and store (I store in a gallon jar)

To make brownies:
Take 2 cups dry mix
and add
1 cube melted butter*
2 eggs
2 tsp. vanilla
1 cup nuts, if desired

Mix and put in 8" pan
Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes
Do not over cook

*Melt butter in pan you are using for baking

Marmalady's Cherry Amaretto jam or another jam can be swirled through the brownie batter before placing in the oven for an extra special touch.

Enjoy!