1 qt. strawberries, sliced
1 c. sugar
2 c. flour
2 tbsp. sugar
3 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
3/4 c. milk
1/3 c. butter, melted
Sweetened whipped cream

1. Sprinkle strawberries with 1 cup of sugar, let stand 1 hour.

2. Heat oven to 450 degrees.

3. Mix flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl. Stir in milk and butter just until blended.

4. Sprinkle a surface lightly with flour, turn the dough onto the surface. Gently smooth into a ball; knead 20-25 times. Roll or pat dough 3/4 inch thick; cut into shortcakes with a floured 3-3 1/2 inch biscuit cutter. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet.

5. Bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes.

6. Split warm shortcakes crosswise; fill and top with strawberries. Serve with whipped cream.