8 c. fresh blackberries
2 1/4 c. sugar, divided into 1/4 c. and 2 c.
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tbsp. baking powder
1 stick butter
1/2 c. milk
2 eggs, beaten

Combine 1/4 c. sugar, flour, salt, and baking powder. Cut butter into dry ingredients until it resembles coarse crumbs. Add milk and eggs; stir just to moisten.

Place 8 c. fresh blackberries into a 9 x 12 inch glass baking dish. Sprinkle with 2 cups of sugar. Spoon 12 mounds of batter over the berries.

Bake at 400°F for 20 to 25 minutes. Serve warm with ice cream.

Serves 12.