Scrumptious Strawberry Pie

Directions

Note: I add 1 Tblsp. margarine to the thickened sauce before pouring over berries in pie shell).

Purée 1½ cups berries in blender or food processor.

Combine sugar and tapioca, blending well with a fork.

Stir into puréed berries.

Add ½ c. water; blending well. Microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes.

Then stir with fork or wire whisk. Microwave 2 more minutes or until thick.

Stir to smooth. Arrange remaining berries in bottom of baked, cooled pie shell.

Spoon or pour sauce over fresh strawberries .

Chill and serve with whipped cream.