Strawberry Cobbler

(adapted from The King Arthur Flour Baker's Companion by way of Culinary in the Desert)

INGREDIENTS
1 C all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 large eggs
1 1/2 C granulated sugar, divided
1/4 C milk
2 Tbsp unsalted butter, softened
1/4 C water
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp almond extract
3 1/2 C fresh strawberries, hulled and quartered

METHOD
Preheat oven to 375 F.

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together eggs and 1 C granulated sugar.
3. Beat in milk and butter.
4. Add dry ingredients, and stir just until combined.
5. Scoop mixture into a 9" x 9" baking pan (or other 2-quart baking dish) coated with cooking spray.
6. In a medium saucepan, add remaining 1/2 C sugar, water, lemon juice, vanilla, and almond extracts. Bring to a simmer, stirring, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
7. Stir in strawberries to coat. Immediately pour hot mixture over the batter in the baking pan.
8. Bake until golden brown, about 30 minutes.

Yield: 9 servings

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