Peach Cobbler

Filling:
2 qt Canned peach slices
3/4 c Sugar
1/4 c Water
3 ts Corn starch

Topping:
2 c Flour
3 tb Sugar
4 ts Baking powder
6 tb Lard or butter
3/4 c Canned milk cut half--strength with water (just-enough to moisten dough)

FILLING: Dissolve corn starch in water; add mixture to peaches and juice in a large, warm Dutch oven; stir well; sprinkle sugar on top; cover and allow to simmer lightly while topping is prepared.

TOPPING: On a floured board, turn out a soft dough; pat down to 1/2" thick; cut into strips 1/2" wide and place criss-cross atop peach mixture; cover and cook approximately 20 minutes until golden brown.

Serves approximately 18.