Melt 4 tablespoons shortening in 1 1/2 quart ovenproof casserole. In separate bowl mix:

1/2 c. flour
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. milk
1/2 tsp. almond extract
2 c. peaches, peeled & diced
1/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. lemon juice

Turn on oven to melt shortening. Pour above batter into melted shortening. Do Not Stir! Toss sugar and lemon juice with peaches until well coated. Pour fruit into batter, Do Not Stir. Bake at 450 degrees for 10 minutes, reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake 30-40 minutes depending on size of casserole. Serve warm with cream. Serves 4-5.