Big Boy Strawberry Pie Recipe

Wash and drain berries well. Remove hulls and crush very lightly half the berries. Mix crushed berries with cornstarch, water, lemon juice, salt and sugar. Stir together in pan and cook over medium heat until thickened. Add 2 drops red food coloring. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Cool at room temperature. Place remaining berries in crust. Spoon cooled mixture on top. Chill until firm. Serve with topping or whipped cream.