Shortcakes

Unbalanced

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, sift together flour, 3 tablespoons sugar, salt and baking powder. Add 3/4 cup of softened butter, and rub into dry ingredients (as for pastry). Add 1 1/4 cups cream and mix to a soft dough. Knead the dough for 1 minute on a lightly floured surface, then roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Using a 3-inch biscuit cutter, cut an even number of rounds, 2 rounds per serving.

Step 2

Use a little of the butter to grease a baking sheet. Place half the rounds on it. Melt remaining butter and brush a little on the rounds. Place remaining rounds on top. Bake in a preheated 450-degree F oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown.