Ingredients for - Shortcake for 50

1. 10-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2. 4-1/4 cups sugar, divided
3. 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon baking powder
4. 4 teaspoons salt
5. 1 cup cold butter, cubed
6. 3 cups heavy whipping cream
7. 1-1/2 cups water
8. 8 quarts fresh strawberries, sliced
9. Whipped cream or ice cream

How to cook deliciously - Shortcake for 50

1 . Stage

In a large bowl, combine flour, 2-1/4 cups sugar, baking powder and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Stir in cream and water just until moistened.

2 . Stage

Drop by 1/4 cupfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 450° for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on wire racks. Combine berries and remaining sugar.

3 . Stage

To serve, cut shortcakes horizontally; spoon about 1/3 cup berries and whipped cream on bottom halves. Replace tops; top with another 1/3 cup of berries and additional cream.