Step 1

1 For the fruit: Combine the peaches, apricots, ginger and sugar; stir to mix well, then let the mixture sit at room temperature for 1 hour

Step 2

2 Preheat the oven to 325 degrees

Step 3

3 Have ready a medium cast-iron skillet or ovenproof baking dish

Step 4

4 (A skillet works better than a baking dish and looks just right

Step 5

5 )

Step 6

6 Cut the butter into several pieces; place them in the skillet or baking dish

Step 7

7 Place in the oven while the oven preheats; let the butter melt until the milk solids cluster and the butter begins to brown and smells nutty

Step 8

8 While the butter is melting, prepare the batter: Whisk together the flour, sugar, salt and baking powder in a medium bowl

Step 9

9 Add the milk and extracts, whisking until the batter is smooth

Step 10

10 Place the skillet with the melted butter on top of the stove

Step 11

11 Pour the batter into the skillet; a crust will begin to form around the edge

Step 12

12 Use a slotted spoon to add the fruit mixture, spreading it evenly on top of the batter without breaching the crust edge

Step 13

13 (Reserve any accumulated fruit juices; they can be frozen and used as an ice cream topping, reduced for a sauce or added to a jam recipe

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14 )

Step 15

15 Return the skillet to the oven; bake for 1 hour, until the cobbler is a deep golden brown and springy to the touch

Step 16

16 Allow to cool slightly before serving