Ingredients and Weight:
- Strawberries, hulled and sliced: 5 pounds
- Sugar: 1 1/2 cups
- Cornstarch: 3 tablespoons
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Pie crust: 2 (9-inch) unbaked pie crusts
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
1 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Toss until the strawberries are evenly coated.
- Divide the strawberry mixture evenly between the two pie crusts.
- Top with the remaining pie crusts and crimp the edges to seal.
- Cut a few slits in the top crust for venting.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 350 per slice
- Fat: 15 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Protein: 3 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Sweet and tangy strawberry filling
- Flaky and buttery pie crust
- Perfect for summer gatherings or as a dessert treat
User Comments:
- "This strawberry pie is so easy to make and it tastes amazing! The filling is the perfect balance of sweetness and tartness."
- "I love that you can use any type of berries you like. I've even made it with raspberries and blueberries before."
- "This pie was a hit at our family reunion. Everyone raved about how delicious it was."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have pie crusts, you can make your own or use pre-made phyllo dough.
- To make the pie crust even flakier, chill it for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.
- Use ripe, fresh strawberries for the best flavor.
