Fresh strawberry pie is a sure sign that summer has arrived. This pie has a creamy cheesy filling in-between crust and fruit. Better than store bought!

Strawberry Glaze Pie

1 cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water
1 cup crushed hulled strawberries
1 (3-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (9-inch) baked pie crust
5 cups small strawberries, hulled

1. Stir together sugar and cornstarch in a heavy medium saucepan. Gradually add water, stirring to dissolve, and crushed strawberries. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens; let it come to a boil. Boil, stirring constantly, for 1 minute. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
2. In a mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, then spread on the bottom of baked pie crust. Fill crust with whole strawberries, pointed upwards; pour cooked strawberry mixture on top, spreading out filling if necessary.
3. Refrigerate for 3 hours, or until set.

Makes 8 servings.