Fresh Strawberry (or Peach) Pie

Make standard 1 crust pastry, and bake according to directions.

Filling:

1 Cup sugar
2 T, plus 2 t. cornstarch
1 1/3 Cup water
4 T. powdered strawberry (or peach) jello

In saucepan, mix sugar, cornstarch and water. Cook until it starts to thicken and turns clear. Take off heat, add powdered jello and stir. Let cool slightly. Meanwhile, slice fresh strawberries into baked, cooled pie shell. (1 pound or until pie is filled) Pour filling mixture over fruit and place in refrigerator until set. Serve with whipped cream. If using fresh peaches, peel and slice 4 – 5 peaches into unbaked pie shell.

Submitted by Traci