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2 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons baking powder

1 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon each of dried thyme and oregano

Dash of dried dill

1 month. It will make

1 loaf of bread.

6 cups rolled oats

4 cups all-purpose flour

3 cups packed brown sugar

2 teaspoons cinnamon

2 teaspoons baking powder

1 1/2 teaspoons salt

1 teaspoon baking soda

1 pound shortening

2 cups raisins

1 1/2 cups shredded coconut

1 cup chocolate chips

1 cup chopped pecans

To make the mix you will need:

3/4 cup crushed cinnamon sticks

3/4 cup chopped dried orange rind

1/3 cup whole allspice

1/4 cup whole cloves