Ingredients
3 pints fresh or frozen blackberries1 cup sugar3/4 cup water1 tablespoon butterDUMPLINGS:1 cup all-purpose flour5 teaspoons baking powder5 teaspoons sugar1/2 teaspoon salt1 egg1/3 cup milkHalf-and-half or whipped cream, optional
Preparation
In a 6-qt. kettle, combine the blackberries, sugar, water and butter; bring to a boil.
For dumplings, combine the flour, baking powder, sugar and salt. In a large bowl, beat egg and milk; stir in dry ingredients until a soft dough forms. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto boiling berry mixture. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until dumplings test done (do not lift the cover while simmering).
Serve warm with cream if desired.
