Recipe: Peach-Berry Betty (using whole wheat bread cubes)

PEACH-BERRY BETTY

3 cups fresh red raspberries (or one 12 oz. pkg. frozen)
2 cups sliced, peeled fresh peaches (or frozen unsweetened peach slices)
1/2 cup sugar
1 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 tbsp. finely chopped crystallized ginger (or 1/8 tsp. ground ginger)
5 cups soft whole-wheat bread cubes (about 7 slices), divided use
3 tbsp. butter or margarine, melted
Whipped cream (optional, for serving)

Thaw raspberries and peaches if frozen. Do not drain.

To prepare the filling, in a large mixing bowl combine sugar, flour, and ginger. Add berries, peaches, and their juices; toss to coat. Add 2 cups of the bread cubes; toss gently until combined. Transfer filling to an ungreased 2-quart square baking dish.

To prepare the topping, place remaining 3 cups bread cubes in a medium mixing bowl. Drizzle with melted butter; toss to coat. Sprinkle topping over filling.

Bake in a 375 degree F oven for about 30 minutes or until fruit is tender and topping is golden.

If desired, serve warm with whipped cream.

Makes 6 servings
Source: Better Homes and Gardens New Cookbook