2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. butter (soft)
1 c. sugar
1/2 tsp. almond extract 2 eggs
1 c. crushed fresh strawberries

Stir together flour, salt, baking powder and baking soda. Set aside. In medium bowl cream together butter, sugar and almond extract. Add eggs one at a time; beat thoroughly after each one. Add flour mix and berries; mix until blended.

Grease an 8x4 loaf pan, then line with waxed paper. Bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes or until pick in center comes out clean. Let bread stand in pan for 10 minutes, then turn out on rack. Peel off paper and turn bread right side up to cool completely. When cold, wrap airtight and let stand for 1 day before slicing.