2 c. sugar, divided
1/3 c. butter
2 c. plain flour
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 c. milk
2 c. blackberries
2 c. boiling water

Cream one cup of sugar with butter, then add flour, baking powder, salt and milk, mixing well. Pour into a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish. Pour blackberries over batter. Sprinkle remaining sugar over berries. Pour boiling water over top, then bake at 350°F for 50 minutes or until golden brown. Serve plain or with cream.