Strawberry Dessert

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan, combine the 1/3 cup sugar and the water.
2. 2
   Bring mixture to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes. Stir in vanilla. Sift together flour, 2 tablespoons sugar, baking powder and salt.
3. 3
   Cut in butter or margarine until mixture is crumbly. Add milk and stir just until well combined.
4. 4
   Place berries in a 1 1/2-quart casserole.
5. 5
   Pour hot sugar mixture over. Immediately drop dumpling dough in 8 to 10 spoonfuls over berries. Sprinkle dumplings with the remaining 1 tablespoon sugar.
6. 6
   Bake in a very hot oven at 450° for 25 to 30 minutes or until dumplings are done.
7. 7
   Serve warm from casserole into individual dessert dishes.
8. 8
   Makes 4 to 5 servings.