Ricotta Blueberry Squares
1 cup all purpose flour\r\n3/4 cup sugar\r\n1 1/4 teaspoons baking powder\r\n1/4 teaspoon salt\r\n1/3 cup milk\r\n1/2 teaspoon vanilla\r\n1/4 cup shortening\r\n1 egg\r\n1 1/2 cups blueberries\r\n\r\nIn a mixing bowl combine flour, sugar, baking powder and salt then add the milk and vanilla. Mix with an electric mixer on low speed until combined. Then mix on medium speed for 1 minute. Pour batter into a greased 8x8x2 inch baking pan and spread evenly. Sprinkle blueberries over the batter.\r\n\r\n2 eggs\r\n1 1/4 cups ricotta cheese\r\n1/3 cup sugar\r\n1/4 teaspoon vanilla\r\n\r\nIn the mixing bowl lightly beat the eggs with a fork then add the ricotta cheese, sugar and vanilla and beat until combined. Spoon the ricotta mixture over the blueberries and spread evenly.\r\n\r\nBake in a 350 degree oven for 55 to 60 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean. Cool and then cut into squares. Cover and store in the refrigerator.
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