Sky-High Strawberry Pie

Directions

In a large mixing bowl, mash enough berries to equal 3 cups.

In a saucepan, combine the sugar and cornstarch.

Stir in the mashed berries and water; mix well.

Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.

Cook and stir for 2 minutes.

Remove from the heat; add food coloring if desired.

Pour int a large bowl.

Chill for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until mixture is just slightly warm.

Fold in the remaining berries. Pile into pie shell.

Chill for 2 to 3 hours.

In a small mixing bowl, whip cream until soft peaks form.

Sprinkle pudding mix over cream and whip until stiff.

Pipe around edge of pie or dollop on individual slices.