Tip: This refreshing strawberry pie has approximately 250-300 calories per slice, depending on the size and ingredients used. It’s a perfect dessert for spring and summer, offering a sweet and fruity finish to any meal. Serve chilled for a delightful, light treat!

Ingredients:
1 frozen pie crust

1 1/4 cups sugar

3 tablespoons cornstarch

1 1/4 cups water

3 tablespoons strawberry jelly

2 cups strawberries, sliced

Instructions:
Prepare the Pie Crust:

Bake the frozen pie crust according to the directions on the package.

Once baked, remove from the oven and allow it to cool for 30 minutes.

Make the Strawberry Jelly Mixture:

In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch, and water.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 5 minutes, until it thickens.

Whisk in the strawberry jelly and remove the mixture from heat. Set aside to cool.

Assemble the Pie:

Add the sliced strawberries to the cooled pie crust.

Pour the cooled strawberry jelly mixture over the strawberries, ensuring they are evenly covered.

Chill the Pie:

Refrigerate the pie for a few hours until it is fully set.

Serve & Enjoy:

Once set, slice and enjoy your delicious fresh strawberry pie!

Notes:
Saving Energy: This recipe is energy-efficient as it requires no baking for the filling, just simmering the sugar and cornstarch mixture. You can also use a pre-made pie crust to save even more time and energy.

Health Benefits: This pie offers some vitamins and antioxidants from the fresh strawberries, but it is also high in sugar due to the jelly and pie crust. It’s best enjoyed as an occasional treat!