Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler

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Difficulty: easy Prep Time: More than 15 Minutes Total Time: 30 Minutes or Less

Filling :
3/4 cup sugar
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp finely grated orange zest
4 cups coarsely chopped (3/4-inch pieces) rhubarb
2 cups sliced strawberries

Topping :
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/4 tsp salt
2 tbsp margarine, chilled and cut in bits
2/3 cup buttermilk

Filling :
Preheat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, combine sugar, flour, cinnamon and orange rind. Add rhubarb and strawberries; toss to mix. Spread mixture in an 8-cup shallow glass or ceramic baking dish (do not use metal); bake for 10 minutes.

Topping :
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda and salt. Using two knives or pastry blender, cut in margarine until mixture is size of small peas. With fork, stir in buttermilk until mixture is moistened and soft dough forms. Drop by spoonfuls in 6 evenly spaced mounds on hot fruit. Bake for 25 minutes, or until top is golden. Serves 6.