posted by Pat T 01-03-103 5:52 AM
Easy Peach Cobbler
4 cups peaches, peeled and sliced (if using canned, drain well)
1/2 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 cup milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
3/4 cup sugar
1 tsp. cornstarch
1 cup boiling water
Place peaches in a lightly greased 12- x 8- x 2-inch baking dish; set aside.
Cream butter; add 3/4 cup sugar, beating well at medium speed of an electric mixer. Combine flour, baking powder, and salt; add to creamed mixture, mixing well. Stir in milk and vanilla. Pour batter over peaches.
Combine remaining 3/4 cup sugar and cornstarch in large measuring cup; stir in boiling water. Carefully pour mixture over batter; bake at 375 degrees F. for 45 to 50 minutes. Yield: 8 servings.