Rhubarb Strawberry Cobbler

Ingredients
Filling


 * 2 cups Sugar
 * 5 Tbs cornstarch
 * 4 cups sliced rhubarb
 * 4 cups fresh strawberries
 * 1/4 cup butter

Pastry


 * 2/3 cup shortening
 * 2 cups flour
 * 2 Tbs Sugar
 * pinch of salt
 * 4 - 5 Tbs ice water
 * 3 Tbs butter, melted
 * 2 Tbs Sugar
 * Preheat oven to 400F

Directions
Filling


 * 1) In a bowl, blend Sugar and cornstarch.
 * 2) Toss with rhubarb and strawberries, then add cornstarch.
 * 3) Set aside.

Pastry
 * 1) In a large mixing bowl, cut shortening into flour until mix is consistency of cornmeal.
 * 2) Add Sugar and salt.
 * 3) Gradually add ice water and mix until dough holds its shape.
 * 4) Roll out on a floured board and cut into 5 1"x13" strips and 7 1"x9" strips.

Assembly:
 * 1) In a buttered 9x13 inch pan, pour filling.
 * 2) Crisscross dough strips over filling and sprinkle with Sugar.
 * 3) Bake 30 minutes or until crust is brown.