Fig Cobbler

Ingredients

• 5 c. peeled halves fresh Figs
• 1 tsp. lemon juice
• 1/2 C. sugar
• 3 Tbsp. flour
• 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
• 1 Tbsp. butter

Cheddar Pastry

• 1 c. flour
• 11/2 tsp. salt
• 1/3 c. shortening
• 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese
• 2 Tbsp. cold water

Method

Arrange figs evenly in a lightly greased 10 x 6 x 2-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with lemon juice Combine sugar, flour, cinnamon and nutmeg. Stir well and sprinkle over figs. Dot with butter.

Pastry: Combine flour and salt; cut in shortening. Stir in cheese. Sprinkle cold water (1 tablespoon at a time) over surface. Stir with a fork until moist. Roll in a ball. Roll pastry out to 1/2 inch thickness and cut into strips, 10 x 1/2 inches. Arrange in lattice fashion over figs. Bake at 180 degree C for 40 to 45 minutes.