Strawberry Pie

Strawberry pie was a new idea to us, but when we tried this recipe, we fell in love.

• 1 baked pie shell
• 1 quart fresh, prepared whole strawberries
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons butter
• Red food color
• Whipped cream (canned or homemade)

METHOD

Bake pie shell and cool.

Combine 1 cup of crushed berries with sugar and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until clear, and then add the lemon juice, butter, and 3 or 4 drops of coloring. Stir well, and cool, stirring now and then.

Meanwhile, arrange remaining strawberries in pie shell, placing the largest berries in the center and arranging the berries (points up) nicely to fill the shell. Berries may be heaped slightly.

Beat the strawberry-cornstarch mixture thoroughly and pour over and around the berries arranged in the pie shell, being sure to coat each berry and allowing the points to stick up through the filling. Chill for about an hour before serving.

Serve cold, topped with whipped cream.

This recipe from www.inmamaskitchen.com

Contributor: Cliff Lowe

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