Strawberry Shortcake II

Ingredients

  • 1/3 c. shortening
  • 2 c. all-purpose unbleached white flour
  • 2 Tbls. sugar
  • 3 t. baking powder
  • 1 t. salt
  • 3/4 c. milk

Topping

  • fresh strawberries
  • 8 oz. container of Truwhip (a healthier version of Cool Whip) or fresh whipped cream

Instructions

Cut shortening into flour, sugar, baking powder and salt with a fork until mixture resembles fine crumbs. Stir in milk just until blended.

Pat into a greased 8 x 8" pan, or roll out and cut into round circles.

Bake at 400 degrees about 20-25 minutes, or until shortcake tests done. Remove from oven and slice lengthwise; top with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.