Sift together:

1 c. flour
1/2 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt

Mix and add to dry ingredients:

1/2 c. milk
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 tbsp. melted butter

Put mixture into a greased baking dish. Mix 1/2 cup sugar with 2 cups berries. Pour over dough. Cover with 3/4 cup boiling water. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.