Fresh (and Easy) Strawberry Pie

Posted by request from WWL and ND. ;)

• 1 8-inch pie crust, baked
• 1 lb fresh strawberries, washed and trimmed, large berries halved
• 1 c sugar
• 2 T cornstarch
• 1 c water
• 1 3-oz package strawberry gelatin
• 1 t vanilla
• whipped cream (optional)
  

1. bring water to a boil in saucepan
2. whisk together cornstarch and sugar
3. add sugar mixture to boiling water and whisk constantly until thick, 3-4 minutes
4. remove from heat and add gelatin and vanilla; let mixture cool to room temperature
5. place strawberries evenly in cooled pie shell
6. pour cooled mixture over berries and refrigerate until set
7. serve with whipped cream if desired