Fresh Strawberry Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Mash enough strawberries to measure 1 cup.
2. 2
   Mix sugar and cornstarch in 2-quart saucepan.
3. 3
   Gradually stir in water and mashed strawberries (add 1 or 2 drops food color if deeper red color is desired).
4. 4
   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils.
5. 5
   Boil and stir 1 minute; cool.
6. 6
   Beat cream cheese and lemon peel until smooth; spread into baked and cooled pie crust.
7. 7
   Fill crust with remaining strawberries.
8. 8
   Pour cooked strawberry mixture over top.
9. 9
   Refrigerate about 3 hours or until set.
10. 10
    Store covered in refrigerator.