Strawberry Glace Pie

To 3 cups of whole large hulled berries, add 1/2 cup sugar. Let stand 1 hour.

Cut remaining berries in pieces.

Put in a small saucepan and add 3/4 cup of water.

Simmer 3 to 4 minutes. Combine the cornstarch and 1 cup sugar.

Mix well. Add to simmering berries. Cook until mixture is thick and clear, stirring constantly. Remove from heat.

Add lemon juice and 3 drops red food coloring.

Cool. Stand whole berries, cut side down, in pie crust.

Cover with cooled sauce. Chill thoroughly. Decorate with border of sweetened whipped cream.