2 c. flour
2 1/2 c. sugar, divided
4 tsp. baking powder
1 c. milk
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
2 cans (14 1/2 oz.) water-packed pitted tart red cherries, well drained
2-3 drops red food coloring
1/8 tsp. almond extract
whipped cream or ice cream

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, milk and oil; pour into a greased shallow 3 qt. baking dish. In a bowl combine cherries, food coloring, extract and remaining sugar; spoon over batter. Bake at 375°F for 40-45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the cake portion comes out clean. Serve warm with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

Yield: 10-12 servings. Kids love to watch this one bake because the cherries sink to the bottom and the cake part rises to the top.