Strawberry Pie

Directions

1. 1
   Heat mashed berries to simmering.
2. 2
   Cook gently for 3 minutes; strain through fine sieve.
3. 3
   Be sure to extract all juice.
4. 4
   To juice, add enough water to make 1 1/2 cups liquid.
5. 5
   In saucepan, mix the cornstarch and 1 1/2 cups liquid.
6. 6
   Boil, stirring constantly, until thick and clear.
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Add the butter, 1 cup sugar and the lemon juice; cool.
9. 9
   Arrange a layer of fresh, halved berries in bottom of pie shell.
10. 10
    Spoon glaze over. Continue making layers this way until you get to the top.
11. 11
    Set in refrigerator at least 1 hour.
12. 12
    Top with whipped cream.