Delicious Homemade Strawberry Pie Recipe

Strawberry Pie is a classic summer dessert, with its sweet, tart flavors and a light, flaky crust. This easy-to-make pie is a favorite of bakers and pie-lovers alike, and can be served warm or cold. The perfect way to end any summer gathering.

Ingredients

• 1 9-inch unbaked pastry shell
• 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1/2 cup white sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

Preparing the Filling

• In a medium bowl, mix together the sliced strawberries, sugar, cornstarch, and nutmeg.
• Let the mixture sit for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Assembling the Pie

• Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Place the pastry shell in a 9-inch pie plate.
• Pour the strawberry mixture into the pastry shell.
• Dot the top with butter.
• Cover with a top crust, and crimp the edges to seal.
• Cut a few slits in the top crust to allow steam to escape.
• Bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown.

Serving Suggestions

Strawberry Pie is best served warm, with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. It can also be served cold, at room temperature, or even chilled. For a special treat, try serving it with a drizzle of melted chocolate.