1/2 cup unsalted butter $ 1 cup all-purpose flour 2 cups sugar, divided $ 1 tablespoon baking powder Pinch of salt 1 cup milk $ 4 cups fresh peach slices $ 1 tablespoon lemon juice Ground cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)

Melt butter in a 13- x 9-inch baking dish. Combine flour, 1 cup sugar, baking powder, and salt; add milk, stirring just until dry ingredients are moistened. Pour batter over butter (do not stir). Bring remaining 1 cup sugar, peach slices, and lemon juice to a boil over high heat, stirring constantly; pour over batter (do not stir). Sprinkle with cinnamon, if desired. Bake at 375° for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown. Serve cobbler warm or cool.