Real Old-Time Strawberry Shortcakes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 c. sifted enriched flour
2 Tbsp. sugar
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 c. shortening (use part butter)
1 beaten egg
1/2 c. light cream

Preparation

Preheat oven to 450\u00b0.
Sift dry ingredients, cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Combine the egg and the light cream and add to the mixture, stirring just until the dough follows the fork around the bowl.
On a lightly floured surface, pat or roll to a 1-inch thickness.
Cut with a 2 1/2-inch cutter. Bake on an ungreased baking sheet at 450\u00b0 for 8 to 10 minutes. Split the shortcake and spread cut sides with butter.
Spoon berries between the cakes and on top.
Cover with fresh whipped cream.