Combine 1 ½ pint blackberries, 1 ½ pint water, and ½ cup sugar.
Cook almost to a boil for a few minutes. Pour into a 9x12 inch baking dish.
Topping
In a mixing bowl, combine:
1 cup sifted flour ¼ to ½ tsp salt
1 cup sugar 1 large egg
1 tsp baking powder
Mix these ingredients with a knife and tablespoon to a texture of pie crust. Sprinkle over berries.
Pour ¼ cup melted butter over topping.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake 30 to 45 minutes until done.