Instructions: Mash 1 pt of the strawberries, using a fork, and set aside. Combine the sugar and cornstarch in a 3 quart sauce pan. Stir in the water and mashed berries.

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil, then cook 2 minutes longer.

Remove from the heat and stir in the food coloring.

Cool to room temperature. Fold in the remaining 2 pts of strawberries and turn into the baked pie shell.

Chill in the refrigerator at least 2 hours. To serve, top with puffs of sweetened whipped cream

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