1/4 c. shortening
1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. milk
1 c. sifted cake flour
2 egg yolks
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla
2 egg whites
1/2 c. sugar
1/4 c. slivered blanched almonds
Fresh sweetened or thawed frozen strawberries
Whipped cream or ice cream

Cream shortening, gradually add sugar and vanilla, creaming until fluffy. Beat in egg yolks. Sift together flour, baking powder and salt. Add alternately with milk to creamed mixture. Pour into 9x9 inch pan or you can use two layer pans.

Next, beat egg whites until frothy. Gradually add 1/2 cup sugar and beat until stiff. Spread evenly over the batter and sprinkle with almonds. Bake at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes. Cool in pan 10 minutes before removing. Top each piece with strawberries and whipped cream or ice cream.