INGREDIENTS
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For the Shortcake:
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2 cups flour
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4 teaspoons baking powder
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1 tablespoon sugar
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1/3 cup shortening
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2/3 cup milk
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1 egg, beaten
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For the topping:
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1/2 cup sugar
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1/2 cup flour
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3 tablespoons butter
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For the strawberries:
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4 pounds strawberries, cleaned, hulled and quartered
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1/2 cup sugar, to taste