Strawberry Shortcake Muffins

Method

1. I

   Heat oven to 425°; grease 12 muffin cups.

2. II

   Combine flour, 1/4 cup of the sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl; stir in the milk, egg and butter, stirring only enough to dampen all the flour, the batter should not be smooth.

3. III

   Spoon into prepared muffin cups, filling each about 2/3 full.

4. IV

   Press strawberry slices into the batter, pointed side up; sprinkle each muffin with 1 teaspoon sugar.

5. V

   Bake until golden, 15-18 minutes.