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Southern Shortcake
 
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes
Ready In: 35 Minutes
Servings: 10
Your family will rave about this dessert, says Tommy Conley of Vero Beach, Florida. Biscuits are a fun change from the usual shortcake.
Ingredients:
2 quarts fresh strawberries, sliced
1/4 to 1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup shortening
2-1/2 cups king arthur unbleached self-rising flour
1 egg
1 cup buttermilk
whipped cream
Directions:
1. Combine the strawberries and sugar; set aside.
2. In a large bowl, cut shortening into flour until crumbly. In a small bowl, beat egg; add buttermilk. Stir into flour mixture just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead three to four times. Roll out to 1/2-in. thickness; cut with a 3-in. round biscuit cutter. Place on a lightly greased baking sheet.
3. Bake at 400° for 15-18 minutes or until lightly browned; cool slightly.
4. Split biscuits lengthwise; place the bottom halves on serving plates. Top with about 1/3 cup strawberries and whipped cream. Replace biscuit tops; spoon about 1/3 cup strawberries and more whipped cream on top. Serve immediately. Yield: 10-12 servings.
By RecipeOfHealth.com