Fresh Peach Cobbler With Praline Biscuits

Step 1

Combine first 4 ingredients in a Dutch oven; add peaches.

Step 2

Bring to a boil, and cook 1 minute, stirring often.

Step 3

Remove from heat.

Step 4

Pour into a lightly greased 13x9x2-inch baking dish; set aside.

Step 5

Combine butter, brown sugar, and pecans; set aside.

Step 6

Combine flour and 2 teaspoons.

Step 7

sugar; cut in shortening with a pastry blender until mixture is crumbly.

Step 8

Add buttermilk, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened.

Step 9

Turn dough out onto a floured surface, and knead 3 or 4 times.

Step 10

Roll dough to a 12x8-inch rectangle; spread with pecan mixture, leaving a 1/2-inch border.

Step 11

Starting with long side, roll up jellyroll fashion.

Step 12

Cut roll into 1/2-inch slices; arrange slices over peach mixture.

Step 13

Bake at 400* for 25 to 30 minutes or until lightly browned.

Step 14

Yield: 12 servings.