1 c. miniature marshmallows
2 c. frozen sliced strawberries in syrup, thawed (two 10 oz. pkg.)
1 (3 oz.) strawberry gelatin
2/3 c. all purpose flour
1 1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. solid shortening
3 tbsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 c. milk
1 tsp. vanilla
3 eggs

Generously grease bottom only of a 13 x 9 inch baking pan. Sprinkle marshmallows over bottom of pan. Thoroughly combine strawberries and dry gelatin; set aside. In large mixer bowl combine remainder of ingredients. Blend at low speed until moistened. Beat 3 minutes at medium speed scraping sides of bowl occasionally. Pour batter over marshmallows, spoon strawberry mixture over batter. Bake at 350 degrees for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and toothpick inserted comes out clean. Serve warm or cool with ice cream or whip cream.