Mixed fruit shortcakes

In a small bowl,combine berries peaches and 2 tsp sugar; set aside

In another bowl,combine the flour,baking powder and salt;cut in the shortening until mixture is crumbly. Stir un milk just until moistened. Drop by lightly packed 1/3 cupfuls 2 in. Apart onto an ungreased baking sheet. Gently flatten into 21/2 in. Circles

Bake at 425 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to a wire rack to cool. Split shortcakes in half horizontally. Spoon the fruit onto bottoms; spread whipped cream over fruit or on the shortcake tops.