SKY-HIGH STRAWBERRY PIE

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From my Mamaw's recipe collection.

Provided by Chrystal Cackler @journeyrock92

Categories     Pies

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 quart(s) fresh strawberries, divided
1 1/2 cup(s) sugar
6 tablespoon(s) cornstarch
2/3 cup(s) water
- red food coloring, optional
1 - deep-dish pastry shell (10 inches), baked
1 cup(s) heavy whipping cream
4 1/2 teaspoon(s) instant vanilla pudding mix

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, mash enough berries to equal 3 cups. In a large saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in mashed berries and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
  • Remove from the heat; add food coloring if desired. Pour into a large bowl. Chill for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture is just slightly warm. Fold in the remaining berries. Pile into pastry shell. Chill for 2-3 hours.
  • In a small bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form. Sprinkle dry pudding mix over cream and whip until stiff. Pipe around edge of pie or dollop on individual slices.

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