Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
In a large bowl, mix flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking
powder and cream of tartar. Cut in butter with
pastry blender or two knives. Stir in cream and
egg. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and
knead 2 minutes. Press into a half-inch thick
sheet. Cut into squares. Place on baking sheets.
Bake in preheated oven 20 minutes, or until
golden. Sprinkle 3 tablespoons sugar over sliced
berries.
Let shortcakes cool before splitting and filling
with sugared berries.
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