A Taste of Summer

It is June, and in Minnesota, that means it is strawberry season. What better way to enjoy this delicious summer fruit than with fresh baked shortcake.

Ingredients

2/3 cup sugar

1/4 cup shortening

1 large egg, room temperature

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

1-1/2 cups Swany White Flour

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 cup whole milk

Directions

1.) In a bowl, cream sugar and shortening until smooth.

2.) Add egg and vanilla and beat mixture well.

3.) Next, combine dry ingredients

4.) In a separate bowl, add alternately with the milk in to the creamed mixture.

5.) Spread batter into a greased 9-in. square baking pan.

6.) Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes.

7.) Cool on wire rack.

8.) Serve with fresh strawberries and whipped cream.