Berry Cobbler
["1 c. plus 1 1/2 Tbsp. sugar, divided", "1 1/2 Tbsp. cornstarch", "1/2 c. water", "1 (1 lb.) pkg. frozen or 4 c. fresh berries", "whipped cream (optional)", "1 c. all-purpose flour", "1 1/2 tsp. baking powder", "1/2 tsp. salt", "1/4 c. butter or margarine", "1/2 c. milk"]
["Heat oven to 400\u00b0.", "In medium saucepan, stir together 1 cup sugar, cornstarch and water.", "Add berries.", "Cook and stir over medium heat until thickened.", "Pour into 11 x 7 x 2-inch baking dish or 2-quart casserole."]
["sugar", "cornstarch", "water", "fresh berries", "whipped cream", "flour", "baking powder", "salt", "butter", "milk"]