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1 shortcake (see below) butter, softened 1 c. whipping cream 3-4 c. sweetened, halved strawberries Prepare and bake shortcake in 8 x 1 1/2-inch round baking pan; remove from and pan and cool on rack about 5 minutes. Using a sharp knife, gently split shortcake horizontally into two layers; lift off top carefully. Place bottom layer on serving plate. Spread a little softened butter over bottom layer in chilled bowl; whip cream to soft peaks. Spoon half of strawberries and whipped cream over bottom layer of cake. Top with second layer. Spoon remaining strawberries and whipped cream over top. Serve while cake is still warm. Makes 6 to 8 servings. SHORTCAKE: 2 c. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. sugar 1 tbsp. baking powder 1/2 tsp. salt 1/2 c. butter 1 beaten egg 2/3 c. light cream In mixing bowl stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine egg and light cream; add all at once to flour mixture, stirring with fork just to moisten. Spread dough in greased 8 x 1 1/2 round baking pan or a greased 8 x 8 x 2-inch baking pan, building up edges slightly. Bake in 450 degree oven for 15-18 minutes or until done. Remove from pan and cool slightly. | |
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recipe reviews #32494
Lea (Oregon) says:
I'm confused by the "stirring with a fork just to moisten" instruction. Could I get some clarification from anyone who has used the recipe before? It sounds like stirring lightly so that mixture stays lumpy but then it's described as a dough which is a pretty solid consistency. . . . I'm making it this afternoon so I guess I'll just play it by ear unless someone reads this before then.
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Cooks.com replies:
Hi Lea,
When it says to stir just to moisten, it means that you shouldn't stir it any longer or it may cause gluten to form, making the finished shortcake tough and chewy. So, mix it as little as possible.
-- CM
When it says to stir just to moisten, it means that you shouldn't stir it any longer or it may cause gluten to form, making the finished shortcake tough and chewy. So, mix it as little as possible.
-- CM
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