3 pt. ripe blackberries
3/4 c. water
1 c. sugar
1 1/2 tbsp. butter

Combine above ingredients in pan and let sit while preparing remainder of recipe:

2 c. flour
3 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 egg
3 1/2 tbsp. baking powder
Milk

Sift the flour, sugar, salt and baking powder into mixing bowl. Add egg and mix well. Add enough milk to make a stiff batter. Bring blackberry mixture to a boil. Add dough a spoonful at a time into the boiling mixture. Cover with a lid, reduce heat slightly to prevent sticking and cook, covered for about 15 to 20 minutes.