Ingredients
PASTRY:1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup packed brown sugar1 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup cold butter, cubedFILLING:1 cup sugar1/4 cup cornstarch1 cup cherry juice blend4 cups pitted tart red cherriesFew drops red food coloring, optionalTOPPING:1-1/2 cups quick-cooking rolled oats1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup all-purpose flour5 tablespoons butter, melted
Preparation
In a bowl, combine salt, sugar and flour; cut in butter. Press into a greased 2-qt. or 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake at 350° for 15 minutes.
For filling, combine sugar and cornstarch in a saucepan. Stir in juice. Cook over medium heat until thick, stirring constantly. Fold in cherries and food coloring if desired. Pour over baked crust. Combine all topping ingredients; sprinkle over filling.
Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly around edges.
