Peach Melba Shortcake - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3/4 c. sugar, divided
4 c. sliced peaches (2 lb. or 8 medium)
2 c. biscuit mix
1 egg
2/3 c. milk
1/2 tsp. almond extract
1/4 c. red raspberry jam (preferably seedless)
1 1/2 c. heavy cream, whipped and sweetened to taste
peach slices for garnish

Preparation

In medium bowl, sprinkle 1/4 cup sugar over peach slices; let stand an hour.