Here’s a recipe for a delicious Fresh Strawberry Pie:
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 3 to 4 tablespoons ice water
For the filling:
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved (or quartered if large)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
For garnish (optional):
- Whipped cream
- Additional fresh strawberries
Instructions:
1. Prepare the crust:
- In a food processor, combine the flour and salt. Add the chilled cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and pulse until the dough comes together.
- Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
2. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
3. Roll out the dough:
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough into a circle large enough to fit into a 9-inch pie dish.
- Transfer the dough to the pie dish, trim any excess dough, and crimp the edges decoratively. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork.
4. Blind bake the crust:
- Line the crust with parchment paper or foil and fill it with pie weights or dried beans.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove the weights and parchment paper/foil, then bake for an additional 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown. Allow it to cool completely.
5. Prepare the filling:
- In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of the strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, water, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is thickened and bubbly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the butter until melted. Allow the mixture to cool slightly.
6. Assemble the pie:
- Arrange the remaining fresh strawberries in the cooled baked pie crust.
- Pour the cooked strawberry mixture evenly over the fresh strawberries, ensuring they are coated well.
7. Chill the pie:
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 2 hours, or until the filling is set.
8. Serve:
- Garnish with whipped cream and additional fresh strawberries, if desired, before serving.
Enjoy your delicious Big Boy’s Fresh Strawberry Pie!