Pecan Pie Cobbler

Method

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°F. Place the butter in an 8-inch baking dish and melt in the oven. When the butter has melted, remove from the oven and scatter pecans across the pan.
2. 2
   In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, milk, and vanilla. Stir to combine.
3. 3
   Pour the batter over the pecans, do not stir. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the batter, do not stir. Carefully pour the boiling water over the mixture; do not stir.
4. 4
   Bake for 32-36 minutes, until golden brown. Cool at least 15 minutes before serving. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, if desired.