Cherry Peach Kuchen

Directions

1. 1
   Heat oven to 375F.
2. 2
   Lightly grease and flour 11-inch tart pan with removable bottom; set aside.
3. 3
   Combine 1/3 cup flour and 3 tablespoons sugar in bowl; cut in 2 tablespoons butter with pastry blender or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. 4
   Stir in pecans.
5. 5
   Set aside.
6. 6
   Combine 1 1/2 cups flour, 3/4 cup sugar, baking powder and salt in another bowl; cut in 1/2 cup butter with pastry blender or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
7. 7
   Add milk, egg and almond flavoring; stir just until moistened.
8. 8
   Spread batter into prepared pan.
9. 9
   Arrange cherries and peaches over dough; sprinkle with topping.
10. 10
    Bake 30-35 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
11. 11
    Cool slightly.
12. 12
    Serve warm with whipped cream, if desired.
13. 13
    *Substitute 1 (16 1/2-ounce) can dark sweet cherries, drained.
14. 14
    **Substitute 1 (15-ounce) can sliced peaches, drained.
15. 15
    Variation: Substitute lightly greased and floured 9-inch round cake pan for springform pan.
16. 16
    Bake 40-45 minutes.