Strawberry Shortcake

Name: Strawberry Shortcake
Ingredients: 1/4 c. shortening; 2/3 c. sugar; 1 egg; 1 tsp. vanilla extract; 1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour; 2 tsp. baking powder; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1/2 c. milk; whipped cream; 3 pt. fresh strawberries, sliced

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Ingredients

1/4 c. shortening
2/3 c. sugar
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 1/2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 c. milk
whipped cream
3 pt. fresh strawberries, sliced

Directions

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In a mixing bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add egg and vanilla; beat well. Combine dry ingredients; add to the creamed mixture alternately with milk. Spread in a greased 9-inch square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20 to 25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into squares; split each piece in half horizontally. Spoon whipped cream and strawberries onto bottoms; replace tops. Garnish with more berries and whipped cream. Serve immediately. Yield: 9 servings.