Happy Memorial Day! I'd just like to start this post by thanking all of our troops, past and present, for the job they do for our country. I have a brother in the Air Force and I know all the struggles that troops go through being away from family and loved ones. So take a moment today to remember these men and women who have given up a lot to serve this country.
Now for dessert! I think Strawberry Pie is a perfect dessert for Memorial Day. It just says summer is here and it's going to be wonderful! This pie needs fresh berries so it's best to make it when they are in season (aka summer!). You can use any pie crust recipe you want, or just use a store bought one. I had a little leftover dough in my freezer from my last apple pie, so I just used that. I think it's important that you use fresh whipped cream; it just adds so much to the pie. But, if you are looking for a shortcut, you could go with a frozen whipped topping. (Don't tell Justin! He hates that stuff!) The pie does take a few hours to set up so make it in advance. Ok, here's the recipe.
Strawberry Pie
- 1 (9 inch) pie crust, baked and cooled
- 1 Qt fresh strawberries, cut up into chunks
- 1 C white sugar
- 3 Tbsp cornstarch
- 3/4 C water
- 1/2 C heavy whipping cream
Arrange half of the strawberries in the baked pie shell. Mash the remaining berries with the sugar in a medium saucepan. (I use a potato masher for this.) Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring frequently In a small bowl, whisk together water and cornstarch. Gradually stir cornstarch mixture into the boiling strawberry mixture. Reduce heat and simmer until the mixture is thickened, usually about 5 minutes. Pour into the pie shell over the cut-up berries. Chill for several hours, or until set. Whip the heavy cream and spread over cold pie. Enjoy!
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