English Trifle

Directions

1. 1
   Bake cake mix in 13 x 9 x 2-inch pan.
2. 2
   Cut cake crosswise in half.
3. 3
   (Freeze 1/2 for future use.)
4. 4
   Cut other half into light pieces.
5. 5
   Split each piece horizontally.
6. 6
   Arrange half the pieces in a 2-quart glass bowl, cutting pieces to fit.
7. 7
   Pour 1/2 the thawed strawberries over cake; spread with 1/2 the pudding.
8. 8
   Repeat. Cover and chill for at least 8 hours.
9. 9
   In chilled bowl, beat cream and sugar until stiff.
10. 10
    Spread over trifle.
11. 11
    Sprinkle with almonds. Garnish with whole strawberries.