Instructions: Preheat oven to 450F.

Cream together the tofu, sugar & shortening. Add the remaining dry ingredients in order, mixing well after each addition. Add the water, you may need to add more to ensure that you have a fairly sticky dough. Wet your hands & knead the dough until it is well mixed. Transfer to an oiled 8 1/2" round baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes or so & turn out onto a wire rack.

Slice strawberries. If desired, toss with a couple of tablespoonfuls of sugar. Spoon over the still warm shortcake. Serve imemdiately.

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