Strawberry Shortcake

Directions

1. 1
   Combine strawberries and 2 tablespoons sugar.
2. 2
   Cover and let stand in the refrigerator at least 1 hour.
3. 3
   In a mixing bowl, stir together flour, 1 tablespoon sugar, baking powder and baking soda. Cut in margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4
   Combine egg and buttermilk.
5. 5
   Add to flour mixture all at once, stirring until combined.
6. 6
   Spray 8-inch round baking pan with nonstick spray coating.
7. 7
   With lightly floured hands, pat dough into pan.
8. 8
   Bake in a 450° oven about 10 minutes or until golden.
9. 9
   Cool in pan 10 minutes.
10. 10
    Remove from pan and cool completely, or serve warm.