2 c. sifted enriched flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shortening
1 well beaten egg
1/2 c. milk

Sift flour, baking powder, sugar and salt; cut in shortening until mixture is like coarse crumbs. Combine egg and milk; add to the sifted dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.

Turn out on slightly floured surface. Divide dough in half; pat out to fit 8" x 1 1/2" round pan.

Brush 1 round with melted butter and top with second round. Or place in 2 (8" x 1 1/2") round pans. For individual shortcakes pat dough 1/2" thick and cut with 2 1/2" floured biscuit cutter.

Bake in very hot oven, 450 degrees, 15 to 18 minutes. Spread any filling between layers and over top. Serve hot with plain or whipped cream. Makes 6 servings.