Berry Cobbler
These days it’s easy to find a spot that allows you to pick your own berries. It’s fun, cheaper than buying them at a grocery store and guaranteed fresh. Here’s a good cobbler recipe that I like to make. Use fresh picked berries, serve the cobbler to guests with a scoop of ice cream and you have an easy summer party dessert.
6 cups mixed berries or use just raspberries, blueberries, etc.
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
2-4 tablespoons sugar (optional)
1 cup rolled oats
3/4 cup all purpose flour
3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter (1 stick) softened
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Place the berries in a greased 2 quart casserole dish. Sprinkle with cinnamon, water and lemon juice. Add sugar as desired. Berries can be tart and need the full 4 tablespoons – peaches rarely need any. In a large bowl combine the oats, flour, brown sugar and butter. Mix with a pastry blender or fork until crumbly. Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the fruit. Bake at 375 degrees for 25-35 minutes or until the fruit is tender and the topping is golden brown. Serve warm with ice cream.
Serves 8-12
