Strawberry Shortcake-TOH

By srumbel

I grew up helping my mom make soup and pies in our farmhouse kitchen. This sunny strawberry shortcake brings back memories of family summers on the farm. —Janet Becker, Anacortes, Washington
from tasteofhome.com

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup shortening
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• 1/2 cup milk
• Whipped cream
• 1-1/2 quarts fresh or frozen strawberries, sliced

Preparation

Step 1

. In a bowl, cream sugar and shortening. Add egg and vanilla; beat well. Combine dry ingredients and add alternately with milk to the creamed mixture. Spread in a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes. Cool on wire rack.
2. Cut into nine servings. Split each serving horizontally and fill with whipped cream and strawberries. Replace top of cake; garnish with more berries and a dollop of whipped cream. Serve immediately. Yield: 9 servings.

Wine Pairings
Sweet White Wine

Enjoy this recipe with a sweet white wine such as Moscato or a sweet Riesling.