Southern Blackberry Cobbler

Filling:

4 c. fresh blackberries
3/4 c. sugar
3 T. flour
1 1/2 c. water
1 T. lemon juice
2 T. melted butter

Crust:

2 c. flour
3 T. sugar
2 t. baking powder
1 t. salt
1/4 c. shortening
6 T. whipping cream
6 T. buttermilk
(* or may use store bought, if desired)

Place berries in a greased 9x13 dish. Combine sugar and flour. Add water and lemon juice. Mix well. Pour syrup over berries and bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes. Prepare crust while berries are baking. Combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Add shortening until mixture resembles cornmeal. Add cream and buttermilk. Roll out a thick enough crust to cover berries or cut into strips. Cover berries with crust or strips. Brush with melted butter. Bake at 425 degrees for 20-30 minutes.