2 c. sifted enriched flour
4 tsp. baking powder
1 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1/3 c. shortening
1 well beaten egg
1/2 c. milk

Sift flour, baking powder, sugar and salt; cut in shortening until mixture is like coarse crumbs. Combine egg and milk; add to the sifted dry ingredients, stirring just until moistened.

Turn out on slightly floured surface. Divide dough in half; pat out to fit 8" x 1 1/2" round pan.

Brush 1 round with melted butter and top with second round. Or place in 2 (8" x 1 1/2") round pans. For individual shortcakes pat dough 1/2" thick and cut with 2 1/2" floured biscuit cutter.

Bake in very hot oven, 450 degrees, 15 to 18 minutes. Or fry pan for 28 minutes at 280 degrees. Spread any filling between layers and over top. Serve hot with plain or whipped cream. Makes 6 servings.