Fresh Strawberry Almond Pie

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pie crust (store-bought or homemade): 1 (9-inch) crust
• Fresh strawberries: 3 lbs, hulled and sliced
• Sugar: 1 cup + 1/4 cup
• Cornstarch: 1/4 cup
• Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
• Sliced almonds: 1/2 cup
• Butter: 2 tablespoons, melted

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 45-50 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Intermediate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine strawberries, 1 cup sugar, cornstarch, salt, and lemon juice. Allow to macerate for 15 minutes.
3. Pour the strawberry mixture into the pie crust.
4. In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup sugar, sliced almonds, and melted butter. Sprinkle over the strawberry mixture.
5. Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
6. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Serving size: 1 slice
• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Cholesterol: 50mg
• Sodium: 200mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 25g
• Protein: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tart with a flaky crust
• Topped with crunchy almonds
• Perfect for summer gatherings or as a dessert

User Comments:

• "This pie was a huge hit at our family reunion! The balance of sweetness and tartness was perfect." - Sarah
• "I love the crunch from the almond topping. It's a nice twist on the classic strawberry pie." - John
• "Easy to make and so delicious! I've made this pie several times already." - Mary

Special Precautions and Tips:

• For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free pie crust.
• If the filling is too juicy, drain off any excess liquid before pouring into the pie crust.
• Allow the pie to cool completely before slicing to prevent the filling from falling out.
• Serve the pie with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra special treat.