5 to 6 peaches
2 c. plus 2 tbsp. sugar, divided
1 tsp. almond extract
2 tsp. lemon juice
1/2 c. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
3 tsp. baking powder
1/3 c. shortening
1 egg, beaten
1 c. milk
1 to 2 tbsp. butter
Whipped cream

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Combine peaches, 2 cups sugar, almond extract, lemon juice. Combine flour, salt, baking powder and remaining 2 tablespoons sugar. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs, egg and milk. Mix well. Spread batter over peaches. Bake 45 minutes.