PEACH COBBLER

I like to make fruit desserts because much of the sweetness comes from the fruit.  The peaches I bought were organic, so I didn't bother to peel them.  I developed this recipe as a treat for my husband's birthday, and he loved it!

FILLING:

1/4 cup water 

3 tablespoons agave or honey

2 teaspoons cornstarch

5 cups sliced fresh peaches

TOPPING:

1 cup whole wheat flour

1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

1/4 teaspoon each, cinnamon and nutmeg

1/4 teaspoon  salt

1/4 cup cold Smart Balance, Earth Balance, or butter

1 tablespoon agave or honey

1/2 cup fat free milk

For the filling, in a 2-quart saucepan mix together the water, agave or honey, and cornstarch.  Stir in the peaches.  Cook and stir over medium heat until the mixture boils and thickens.  Pour in an oiled 9-inch square pan.  For the topping combine flour, baking powder, spices, and salt in a bowl.  Cut in Smart Balance or butter until the mixture looks like fine crumbs.  Stir in agave or honey and milk.  Drop by spoonfuls onto hot peach mixture.  Bake 25-30 minutes at 400 degrees.  Makes about 9 servings.