Ingredients

•10 cups all-purpose flour

•1-1/4 cups sugar

•2/3 cup baking cocoa

•6 teaspoons baking soda

•4 teaspoons baking powder

•5 teaspoons salt

•ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS (for each batch):

•2 cups buttermilk

•2 eggs

•2 tablespoons red food coloring

•Butter and maple syrup

Preparation

•In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Place 2 cups in each of five resealable plastic bags or containers. Store in a cool dry place for up to 6 months. Yield: 5 batches (10 cups mix). •To prepare pancakes: Pour mix into a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk the buttermilk, eggs and food coloring. Stir into dry ingredients just until moistened. • Pour batter by 1/4 cupfuls onto a greased hot griddle; turn when bubbles form on top. Cook until the second side is golden brown. Serve with butter and syrup. Yield: 16 pancakes per batch.