Berry Cobbler with Cornmeal Biscuit Topping

1) Preheat the oven to 325F. Spray a 9-inch square baking dish with vegetable-oil cooking spray.

2) To make the filling: In a medium saucepan, blend the brown sugar, cornstarch and salt. Stir in the water and 3 cups of the blackberries. Cook over medium heat, stirring until thick and clear. Stir in the vanilla and let cool slightly. Pour the cooked mixture and the remaining 3 cups fresh berries into the bottom of the dish; set aside.

3) To prepare the topping: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornmeal, 1/4 c. sugar, baking powder and salt. Add the cream and mix until the dough comes together. Turn out onto a floured board and knead 8 to 12 times, or until smooth. Cut the dough into 9 portions and rollinto balls.

4) Combine the brown sugar and the 3 tablespoons granulated sugar. Dip each ball in the melted butter, then the sugar. Place the balls on top fo the fruit. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the mixture is bubbling and the topping is lighlty browned and cooked through. Let cool slightly and serve.