1 qt. fresh strawberries
1 c. sugar
2 c. all-purpose flour
2 tbsp. sugar
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shortening
1 c. milk
butter
Light cream of sweetened whipped cream

Slice strawberries; sprinkle with 1 cup sugar and let stand 1 hour.

Heat oven to 450 degrees. Grease round layer pan (8 x 1 1/2 inches). Measure flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, the baking powder and salt into bowl. Cut in shortening thoroughly until mixture looks like meal. Stir in milk just until blended. Pat into pan.

Bake 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Split shortcake while warm. Spread with butter; fill and top with berries. Serve warm with cream.