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Grandmother McWilliams' Shortcake Recipe

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Category:
Category:
Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1/2 cup Crisco (has to be Crisco)
1/2 cup sugar
1 cup flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 egg
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla

You may want to double this recipe since it has a "low profile"--skinny/flat.
Directions:
Directions:
Blend Crisco & sugar with mixer. Add egg. Alternate dry & liquid ingredients (begin & end with dry). Pour into 8x8 pan. Bake at 350º for about 30 minutes.
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
6-8
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
15 minutes + bake time
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
I love this shortcake because it's not too sweet, has a unique flavor. Great with fresh fruit and ice cream!

 

 

 

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