“Save room for dessert!” When Sherrie Erickson walked into our potluck with her pie carrier, we knew we were in for something special, so I grabbed her. “Can I share your recipe on Bright Ideas?” She smiled kindly, knowing I’m a roving blogger. Here’s how she does it: Make a Crisco piecrust from scratch–a storebought pie crust will do. While the crust cools, mix 4 oz of cream cheese, some lemon juice, some Kool Whip, and some vanilla yogurt together and spread it on the base. Set aside. Using 2 lbs of beautiful strawberries, cut some into small pieces, smash a few more, and heat slowly with 3 tbs cornstarch until it’s thick and a real pretty color. Sugar to taste. Pour on top of the cream cheese mixture and chill. Top off with the rest of the strawberries, cut up big. That’s honestly all there is to it!
Bright Ideas readers–if you make Sherries’ Strawberry Pie, email me to let us know how it turns out. I’ll pass it on.
I’m sitting here having my hair done and looking at that pie. Oh how I want a piece. I guess I’ll have to make the pie.
Wow! The pie looks so yummy. It looks perfect for a summer event. Can’t wait to make it myself.
I was there and that pie was heavenly!!
This lady has a super idea for a fresh strawberry pie. I have used a very similar recipe for my pie
for over 20 years. Ladies take note, its delecious. Wish I could get some good California Strawberries. Thanks Sherrie and thanks Sheila.