Peach Upside-Down Cake

Peach Upside-Down Cake

1/3 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
2 cups sliced fresh peeled peaches
1/3 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp vanilla
1 1/3 cups flour
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2/3 cup milk
Whipped cream, optional

Pour the butter into an ungreased 9 inch square baking pan. Sprinkle with the brown sugar. Arrange the peach slices in a single layer over the brown sugar. In a small bowl, cream the shortening and the sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg. Beat in the lemon juice and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Add to the creamed mixture alternately with the milk. Beat well after each addition. Spoon over the peaches. Bake at 350 F for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before inverting onto a serving plate. Serve warm with whipped cream if desired. Makes 6 servings