Classic Strawberry Shortcakes

strawberries, sliced

¼ cup sugar

2 ⅓ cups Original Bisquick® mix

½ cup milk

3 tablespoons sugar

3 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted

½ cup whipping cream

Heat oven to 425 degrees F. In large bowl, mix strawberries and 1/4 cup sugar; set aside.

In medium bowl, stir Bisquick mix, milk, 3 tablespoons sugar and the butter until soft dough forms. On ungreased cookie sheet, drop dough by 6 spoonfuls.

Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Meanwhile, in small bowl, beat whipping cream with electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form.

Split warm shortcakes; fill and top with strawberries and whipped cream.