Wednesday, July 4, 2012

Easy Delicious Strawberry Pie

This has now become a staple in our menu.

Ingredients:
1 prepared pie crust, thawed
2-3 cups strawberries, fresh or frozen
2 tbsp lime juice
4 tbsp brown sugar or regular sugar
3 tbsp corn starch
1 package fat free cream cheese, room temperature

Method:
1. Prepare the pie crust as per package directions.
2. Place strawberries, 1 tbsp lime juice and sugar in a pot and set on medium-low heat. Cook for 20 minutes until it gets fairly thick.
3. Mix the cornstarch with 3 tbsp of cold water. Add to the strawberry mixture and stir till it thickens. Cool for 30-45 minutes.
3. In a separate bowl, add 1 tbsp of lime juice to the cream cheese, add 1 tsp of sugar and mix thoroughly.
4. Assemble: Take the pie shell. Spread the cream cheese on the pie. Top with strawberry mixture.

Place in refrigerator for 30 minutes at least. Makes 8 servings at least.

Enjoy!

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