Ingredients
1-1/4 cups sugar1 tablespoon cornstarch1 cup water1 package (3 ounces) strawberry gelatin3 tablespoons lemon juice1 quart fresh strawberries, halved1 pastry shell (9 inches), bakedWhipped topping, optional
Preparation
In a saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water until smooth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Add the gelatin and lemon juice; stir until dissolved. Allow to cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. Add strawberries and stir gently to coat. Spoon into pastry shell. Chill until set, about 3 hours. Serve with whipped topping if desired.
