“I made two and gave one to my neighbor… now I wish I hadn’t because we ate ours so fast!!”
Janet’s Strawberry Pie is a delightful and refreshing dessert, perfect for showcasing the sweet taste of fresh strawberries. This recipe features a cooked strawberry glaze combined with fresh sliced berries, all nestled in a flaky baked pie crust or graham cracker crust. It’s a simple yet satisfying treat, ideal for summer gatherings.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Strawberries, cut and crushed | 1 cup |
| Sugar | 1 cup |
| Water | 1 cup |
| Cornstarch | 3 tbsp |
| Fresh Strawberries, sliced | 3 cups |
| Baked Pie Crust or Graham Crust | To taste |
Instructions:
- Cook the Crushed Strawberries: In a medium saucepan, combine the crushed strawberries, 1 cup of water, and 1 cup of sugar. Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Thicken the Glaze: In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in a little cold water to create a slurry. Add the cornstarch slurry to the boiling strawberry mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously, until the mixture thickens and becomes a glossy glaze.
- Combine Fresh Strawberries: Remove the saucepan from the heat and gently fold in the 3 cups of sliced fresh strawberries.
- Fill the Pie Crust: Pour the strawberry filling into the prepared baked pie crust or graham cracker crust.
- Cool and Chill: Allow the pie to cool to room temperature. Then, transfer it to the refrigerator to chill and allow the strawberry glaze to set completely. This will take a few hours.
- Garnish and Serve: Once the pie is fully chilled and the glaze has set, garnish it with whipped cream before serving.
