Even without the strawberry glaze, this pie would be wonderful. But do you think you can resist how the luscious glaze coats each berry so that each bite is a sweet burst of strawberry? Serve with vanilla ice cream or unsweetened whipped cream.
INGREDIENTS (for 8 servings):
- 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked
- 1 cup white sugar
- 3 tablespoons strawberry flavored gelatin mix
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 pints strawberries, cleaned and stemmed
- 2 cups whipping cream (optional)
PREPARATION:
Combine sugar, gelatin, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan. Stir in boiling water. Boil mixture for 3 minutes over high heat, stirring constantly. Cool completely.
Arrange whole strawberries in pastry shell. Pour gelatin mixture over berries. Chill before serving. Top with whipped cream.