Fresh Strawberry Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Wash and hull the strawberries.
2. 2
   Reserve half (the better looking ones) and mash the remainder.
3. 3
   To the mashed berries, add the sugar and cornstarch.
4. 4
   Mix well; cook for 5 minutes, stirring constantly, until thickened and clear.
5. 5
   Stir in lemon juice and almond flavoring.
6. 6
   Cool.
7. 7
   Add the remaining berries (whole ones). Pour into pie shell and chill.
8. 8
   Before serving, top with a ruff of whipped cream.