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    Big Guy Strawberry Pie


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    Aunt Saunny

    This is a fresh berry pie, the fruit is not cooked. Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.

    1 cup water
    3/4 cup white sugar
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    2 tablespoons cornstarch
    1/4 teaspoon red food coloring
    1 cup all-purpose flour
    1/2 cup margarine
    3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    1 quart fresh strawberries, hulled

    1. In a saucepan, combine water, white sugar, salt, cornstarch and food coloring. Bring to a boil, and cook for about 5 minutes or until thickened. Set aside to cool. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C.)
    2. In a large bowl, combine flour, margarine, confectioners' sugar and vanilla. Mix well and press into a 9 inch pie pan. Prick all over and bake in preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned.
    3. When crust is cool, place berries in the shell, and pour the thickened mixture over the top. Chill in refrigerator.


 

 

 


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