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Savannah Cherry Cobbler Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 cups fresh or frozen pitted cherries
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.

2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cherries, sugar, cornstarch, and salt. Mix well and set aside.

3. In another mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, flour, baking powder, salt, milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well until the batter is smooth.

4. Pour the cherry mixture into the baking dish and spread it evenly.

5. Pour the batter over the cherry mixture, spreading it evenly.

6. Bake for 45-50 minutes or until the cobbler is golden brown and the cherry filling is bubbling.

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


- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 45-50 minutes
Temperature:
- Oven temperature: 375°F
Serving size:
- 8 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 315
- Total fat: 14g
- Saturated fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
- Sodium: 245mg
- Total carbohydrates: 44g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 28g
- Protein: 3g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use canned cherries instead of fresh or frozen cherries.
- You can use almond extract instead of vanilla extract.

Variations:
- You can add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter for a spiced flavor.
- You can add chopped nuts to the batter for a crunchy texture.
- You can use other fruits such as peaches or blueberries instead of cherries.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to evenly spread the batter over the cherry mixture to ensure even baking.
- You can serve the cobbler warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the cobbler 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.
- Dust the cobbler with powdered sugar before serving.

Garnishes:
- Serve the cobbler with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Garnish with fresh cherries.

Pairings:
- Serve the cobbler with a cup of coffee or tea.

Suggested side dishes:
- Serve the cobbler with a side of vanilla ice cream.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cobbler is not browning evenly, rotate the baking dish halfway through baking.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash your hands and all equipment before preparing the recipe.
- Make sure the cherries are pitted before using them in the recipe.

Food history:
- Cobbler is a traditional Southern dessert that dates back to the 19th century.

Flavor profiles:
- The cobbler has a sweet and tart flavor from the cherries and a buttery and slightly sweet flavor from the batter.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cobbler warm for the best flavor.

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