Georgia grown blueberries, a tangy summer
tradition, blueberries conjure up images of blue stained fingers,
fresh, fruity summer desserts and warm muffins. Ways to enjoy
blueberries are endless. They're tiny, but blueberries are packed with
a flavor all their own.
Ingredients:
1
cup white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup shortening
1 egg
¼ teaspoon salt
1 pinch ground cinnamon
4 cups fresh blueberries
½ cup white sugar
3 teaspoons cornstarch
Directions:
Mix together 1 cup sugar, 3 cups flour, baking powder, shortening,
egg, salt (optional) and ground cinnamon (optional). Mix well with
pastry cutter or fork. Dough will be crumbly. Pat half of dough in a 9
X 13 inch greased pan.
Mix together blueberries, 1/2 cup sugar, and cornstarch. Place mixture
into pan over dough. Crumble remaining dough over berries.
Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 45 minutes or until top
slightly browns.
Makes 12 - 15 bars
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