Luby's Fresh Strawberry Pie

Glaze
4 cups water
3 cups granulated sugar
1 (3 ounce) package strawberry gelatin mix
1 1/2 cups cornstarch
2 tablespoons red food coloring

Pies
4 pints strawberries
2 baked 9-inch pie shells
sweetened whipped cream
 
For glaze, in medium saucepan, combine 3 cups of the water, sugar, and gelatin. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.

In small bowl, gradually mix remaining 1 cup water into cornstarch until smooth. Add to saucepan, whisking constantly with a wire whisk. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes or until mixture is thick and fairly clear. Stir in food color. Remove from heat and let stand at room temperature cool. Do not refrigerate.

For pies, spread 1/4 cup glaze onto bottom of each pie shell.

In large bowl, combine strawberries and 2 cups of the glaze. Mix gently to coat evenly.

Spoon half the mixture into each pie shell, arranging berries attractively. Spoon half the remaining glaze of each pie, smoothing and sealing glaze to edge of crust with spoon.

Refrigerate at least 2 hours. Top with whipped cream.

2 9 inch pies