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Mixed Fruit Shortcakes

1 cup mixed fresh berries
1/2 cup sliced fresh peaches or nectarines
4 teaspoons sugar, divided
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons shortening
3 tablespoons milk
Whipped cream

In a large bowl, combine the berries, peaches and 2 teaspoons sugar;
set aside. In another large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder
and salt; cut in shortening until mixture is crumbly. Stir in milk

Printed from tasteofhome.com Nov 19, 2008

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Mixed Fruit Shortcakes cont.

just until moistened. Drop by 1/3 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto an
ungreased baking sheet. Flatten into 2-1/2-in. circles. Sprinkle with
remaining sugar. Bake at 425° for 10-12 minutes or until
golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool. Split shortcakes in half
horizontally. Spoon fruit onto bottoms; replace tops. Garnish with
whipped cream.

Yield: 2 servings.