Blackberry Buckle

1/2 cup shortening
1 cup sugar, divided
1 egg, beaten
2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided
2-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 cup cold butter

In a large mixing bowl, cream the shortening and 1/2 cup sugar until

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light and fluffy. Add the egg and mix well. Combine 2 cups flour,
baking powder and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with
the milk, beating well after each addition. Spread into a greased
9-in. square baking dish. Toss the blackberries with lemon juice;
sprinkle over batter. In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and
remaining sugar and flour; cut in the butter until mixture resembles
coarse crumbs. Sprinkle over berries. Bake, uncovered, at 350°
for 45-50 minutes or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes
out clean. Refrigerate leftovers.

Yield: 9-12 servings.

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