Janet Strawberry Pie Recipe

Optional Toppings:

• Fresh whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
• Mint leaves for garnish

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Pie Crust (or Use Pre-Baked)

If making a homemade crust:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and sugar.
2. Add the cold butter. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work it in until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until dough comes together.
4. Form the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
5. Roll out the dough on a floured surface, fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, and trim the edges.
6. Prick the bottom with a fork, line with parchment, and fill with pie weights or dried beans.
7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15 minutes, then remove weights and bake for 10 more minutes or until golden.
8. Let it cool completely.

Step 2: Prepare the Strawberry Glaze

1. In a saucepan, mash 1 cup of the strawberries to release their juice.
2. Add sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, salt, and water. Stir to combine.
3. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
4. Reduce heat and simmer for about 2–3 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and turns glossy.
5. Remove from heat and let it cool for 10–15 minutes.

Step 3: Assemble the Pie

1. Arrange the remaining halved strawberries (3 cups) neatly in the cooled pie crust.
2. Pour the slightly cooled glaze over the strawberries, spreading evenly.
3. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the glaze is fully set.

Step 4: Serve and Enjoy

• Just before serving, top with fresh whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• Garnish with a sprig of mint for a touch of elegance.

🍰 Tips for the Best Janet Strawberry Pie

• Choose ripe, fresh strawberries — firm but sweet — for the best flavor.
• Don’t skip the lemon juice — it enhances the berry flavor and balances the sweetness.
• Let it chill completely before slicing — the filling sets better and the flavor develops.
• Use a glass pie plate if you want to showcase the golden crust and vibrant filling.

🧁 Final Thoughts

The Janet Strawberry Pie is more than just a dessert — it’s a tradition, a memory in the making, and a celebration of simplicity. Whether you’re serving it at a backyard picnic, a Sunday dinner, or just because strawberries are in season, this pie is a showstopper. With its fresh ingredients and straightforward steps, it captures everything we love about homemade baking.

Try it once, and it may just become your new go-to summer dessert — just like it has in our family for years.

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