Tuesday, October 30, 2007

1-2-3 Peach Cobbler

Try this healthier, mouth-watering take on a classic favorite.
 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
 1 Tbsp vanilla extract
 2 Tbsp cornstarch
 1 c peach nectar
 1/4 c pineapple or peach juice
(can use juice from canned peaches)
 2 cans (16 oz each) peaches, packed in juice, drained,
(or 1 3/4 lb fresh), sliced
 1 Tbsp tub margarine
 1 c dry pancake mix
 2/3 c all-purpose flour
 1/2 c sugar
 2/3 c evaporated skim milk
 As needed, nonstick cooking spray
 1/2 tsp nutmeg
 1 Tbsp brown sugar
1. Combine cinnamon, vanilla, cornstarch, peach nectar,
and pineapple or peach juice in saucepan over medium
heat. Stir constantly until mixture thickens and bubbles.
2. Add sliced peaches to mixture. Reduce heat and
simmer for 5-10 minutes.
3. In another saucepan, melt margarine and set aside.
4. Lightly spray 8-inch square glass dish with cooking
spray. Pour in peach mixture.
5. In another bowl, combine pancake mix, flour, sugar,
and melted margarine. Stir in milk. Quickly spoon this
mixture over peach mixture.
6. Combine nutmeg and brown sugar. Sprinkle mixture
on top of batter.
7. Bake at 400º F for 15-20 minutes, or until golden
brown. Cool and cut into 8 squares


Yield: 8 servings Serving size: 1 square
Each serving provides:
Calories: 271 Total fat: 4 g
Saturated fat: less than 1 g Cholesterol: less than 1 mg
Sodium: 263 mg Total fiber: 2 g
Protein: 4 g Carbohydrates: 54 g
Potassium: 284 mg

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