Ingredients
2 cups sugar2 cups water1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup shortening1-1/2 cups self-rising flour1/2 cup milk2 cups finely chopped fresh strawberries, drainedWhipped cream, optional
Preparation
In a large saucepan, combine sugar and water; cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; allow to cool. Pour butter into a 13x9-in. baking dish; set aside.
In a small bowl, cut shortening into flour until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in milk until moistened.
Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth, about 8-10 times. Roll into a 12x8-in. rectangle; sprinkle with the strawberries. Roll up, jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; seal the seam. Cut into 12 slices. Place with cut side down over butter. Carefully pour syrup around rolls.
Bake at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and edges are bubbly. Serve warm with whipped cream if desired.
