Italian Plum Cobbler

3 c. pkg. biscuit mix
4 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. butter or oleo, melted
3 lb. plums pitted and quartered (7 c.)
2-1/2 c. sugar
1/2 c. water
4 tbsp. quick tapioca
4 tbsp. butter
2/3 to 1 c. milk

Combine biscuit mix, 4 tablespoons sugar and melted butter, set aside. Combine plums, 2 1/2 cups sugar, water and tapioca. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture boils, stir in the 4 tablespoons butter. Pour into 9 x 13 pan. Add enough milk to dry ingredients to moisten; drop by spoonfuls on top of hot plum mixture, spread atop. Bake in 420 degree oven for 20 minutes or until done. Serve warm with plain or whipped cream.
15 servings.

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