Horny Toad Strawberry Shortcake

Yield: 4 generous servings

Ingredients

• 4 1/2 cups Bisquick or other baking mix
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 egg
• 3 to 4 pounds fresh whole strawberries, stems removed
• 2 cups granulated sugar
• Whipped cream, for garnish

Instructions

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9 inch square baking pan.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the Bisquick, 1/3 cup sugar and egg. Mix well. Pour into prepared pan and bake for 45 minutes or until golden. Let cool.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the whole strawberries and 2 cups sugar, stirring well.
4. Cut shortcake into eight squares.
5. To serve, place a layer of shortcake on a plate, top with strawberries, then place another layer of shortcake and strawberries on top.
6. Top with whipped cream.

Nutrition

Approximate values per serving: 1,074 calories, 19g fat, 45mg cholesterol, 12g protein, 221g carbohydrates, 9g fiber, 1,462mg sodium, 16 percent calories from fat

Attribution

Horny Toad restaurant - Cave Creek, Arizona - Chef Don Dantine - as published in Arizona Republic 4/4/01