1 qt. fresh strawberries
1 c. sugar
2 c. flour
2 tbsp. sugar
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shortening
1 c. milk
butter
Light cream

Slice strawberries; sprinkle with 1 cup sugar and let stand 1 hour. Heat oven to 450 degrees. Grease round layer pan (8 inch).

Measure flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, 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. Split shortcake while warm. Spread with butter; fill and top with berries. Serve warm with cream. 8 servings.