Old-Fashioned Shortcake

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F and grease a 9-inch pie dish or square baking pan.

Step 2

In a large bowl, sift together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg. Cut in the cubed butter with a fork or pastry cutter until crumbs form.

Step 3

Mix in eggs and milk until just combined, then transfer the batter to the prepared pie dish.

Step 4

Bake for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown and an inserted toothpick comes out clean.

Step 5

Allow cake to cool before slicing. Serve fresh berries and whipped cream.