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Red Fruit Cobbler Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- 1 cup fresh cherries, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup buttermilk

Special equipment needed:
- 9-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Pastry cutter or fork
- Measuring cups and spoons

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, raspberries, and cherries.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and salt. Add the dry mixture to the fruit and stir until well combined.

4. Pour the fruit mixture into a 9-inch baking dish and set aside.

5. In another mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

6. Add the chilled butter to the dry mixture and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.

7. Add the buttermilk to the flour mixture and stir until just combined.

8. Drop spoonfuls of the dough mixture over the fruit mixture in the baking dish.

9. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until the cobbler is golden brown and the fruit is bubbling.

10. Remove from the oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.


Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 35-40 minutes
Temperature:
375°F
Serving size:
6-8 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 13g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 35mg
Sodium: 230mg
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 4g
Sugar: 30g
Protein: 3g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use frozen fruit instead of fresh fruit, just make sure to thaw it before using.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5-10 minutes.

Variations:
- You can use any combination of berries or fruit that you like.
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dough mixture for extra flavor.
- Top the cobbler with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream before serving.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the butter is chilled before adding it to the flour mixture.
- Don't overmix the dough, it should be slightly lumpy.
- If the cobbler is browning too quickly, cover it with foil for the remaining baking time.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover cobbler in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the cobbler, place it in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the cobbler in individual ramekins for a cute presentation.
- Top the cobbler with a sprinkle of powdered sugar before serving.

Garnishes:
- Fresh mint leaves
- Whipped cream
- Vanilla ice cream

Pairings:
- Serve the cobbler with a glass of cold milk or a cup of coffee.

Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled peaches
- Mixed green salad

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cobbler is too runny, add more cornstarch to the fruit mixture.
- If the cobbler is too dry, add a splash of milk to the dough mixture.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash all fruit before using.
- Store any leftover cobbler in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.

Food history:
- Cobblers originated in the United States in the early 19th century and were typically made with fruit and a biscuit-like topping.

Flavor profiles:
- The cobbler has a sweet and slightly tart flavor from the combination of fresh berries and cherries.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cobbler warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream on top.

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Taste: Sweet, Tart, Fruity, Buttery, Cinnamon, Cinnamon-Spiced