My Favorite Fresh Strawberry Pie

1. 1

   Combine sugar and cornstarch; set aside.

2. 2

   Crush (don't puree) one pint of berries in blender or with potato masher, and add enough water to make 1 1/2 cups.

3. 3

   In saucepan, bring crushed berries to a boil over medium heat, stir in sugar and cornstarch all at once.

4. 4

   Stir constantly until thick and clear.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and add strawberry gelatin.

6. 6

   Stir until gelatin is dissolved.

7. 7

   Set aside.

8. 8

   Mix cream cheese and 1 tablespoon of hot cooked berries; spread mixture over baked pastry shell.

9. 9

   Stand the uncooked whole berries, stem end down, on top of cream cheese.

10. 10

    Pour hot cooked berries over whole berries.

11. 11

    Refrigerate until set, about 3 hours.

12. 12

    Garnish with whippped cream and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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