2/3 c. sugar
1 tbsp. cornstarch
1 c. boiling water

Combine ingredients and bring to a boil for 1 minute. Add fruit (good with apples, peaches, raspberries, or sour cherries). Pour fruit and liquid into 1 1/2 quart casserole. Dot with 1 tablespoon butter. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Drop soft dough over filling. Bake at 400 degrees for 30 minutes.

SOFT DOUGH:

1 c. sifted flour
1 tbsp. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 c. shortening, cut into flour mixture
1/2 c. milk, stir in