Peach Pudding


3 tbs. butter
1 1/2 c. sugar, divided
1 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 c. milk
2 c. sliced ripe peaches
1 c. boiling water

In a medium bowl beat butter and
1/2 c. sugar until light and fluffy.
Mix in flour with baking powder.
Stir in milk. Pour batter into a
flat 1 1/2 qt. casserole dish and
spread to cover bottom of dish.
Arrange peach slices on top and
sprinkle evenly with remaining sugar.
Pour boiling water over. Bake in 350F oven
until puffed and browned, 35-40 min.
Makes 6 servings.

Variation: To use canned fruit, boil juice
from fruit enough water to measure 1 cup.
Reduce sugar sprinkled on top.
Serve: Top warm custard with
vanilla ice cream or a splash of half and half.

Nutrients per serving: 354 cal., 7.1g fat
(18% total cal.), 19.2mg chol., 217 mg sodium.