2 tbsp. cornstarch or 3 tbsp. flour
1 c. sugar
1/4 tsp. salt
1 c. water
4 c. sliced fresh peaches
2 tbsp. lemon juice
1/4 tsp. grated lemon rind
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
2 tbsp. butter
1 1/2 c. sifted flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. sugar
1/2 c. shortening
About 1/2 c. milk

Combine cornstarch or flour, sugar and salt in saucepan. Add water gradually, stirring constantly. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture is smooth and thick. Remove from heat and add peaches, lemon juice and rind, nutmeg and butter. Turn in 7x11x2 inch baking dish.

Sift flour once, measure, then add baking powder, salt and sugar and sift again. Cut in shortening, add milk gradually, stirring until a soft dough is formed. Turn out on lightly floured board and knead 30 seconds or enough to shape. Roll dough slightly larger than top of dish.

Trim to fit, cut into squares and place on peach mixture. Cut stars from the trimmings and place a star on each square. Bake in hot 425 degree oven for 30 minutes or until topping is done. Sprinkle powdered sugar over top and serve with cream, if desired. Makes 8 servings.