Fresh Strawberry Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Bake pie crust; cool.
2. 2
   Mash enough berries to measure 1 cup. Stir together sugar and cornstarch.
3. 3
   Gradually stir in water and crushed berries.
4. 4
   Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and boils.
5. 5
   Boil and stir 1 minute.
6. 6
   Stir in a few drops of red food coloring; cool.
7. 7
   Beat cream cheese until smooth.
8. 8
   Spread on bottom of cooled pie shell.
9. 9
   Fill shell with remaining berries over top.
10. 10
    Chill at least 3 hours or until set.