Self Raising Flour - Alternative

As some of the recipes use 'Self Raising' flour, which isn't available in some countries, the following is a simple way to make your own.

4 lb Plain flour,
2 oz Cream of tartar,
1 oz Bicarbonate of soda,
- Note: Baking powder, contains both Cream of Tartar and Bicarbonate of Soda, so using 3oz of that should give the same results.

1. Sieve these to together, twice to mix thoroughly,
2. Keep in a air tight jar or tin,
3. The longer you keep it the lighter it gets,
4. This can be used to make the recipes which specify self raising flour,
5. Because each batch flour varies you may need test it and play with measurements in this mix.