May 26, 2012

Strawberry Delight

May is known as National Strawberry month and it so happens to also be the month of my birthday.  Instead of a birthday cake, this was the recipe that I always requested.  I hope you enjoy it!

Strawberry Delight
Strawberry Delight
Filling:
2  cups of sugar
4 Tablespoons cornstarch
2 cups water
3 oz. box strawberry jello
1 quart strawberries, cut up

In Medium saucepan bring sugar, cornstarch and water to a boil, stirring constantly.  Take off burner; stir in jello.  Let cool; stir in strawberries.

Crust:
2 cups flour
1/2 pound butter or margarine (2 sticks), at room temperature
4 Tablespoons brown sugar

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.  Cream crust ingredients together and then press into a 9" x 13" pan.  Bake for 20 minutes.  Let cool.

Pour filling onto crust and refrigerate until set.  Top with 8 oz. whipped topping (I used Cool Whip).

Keep refrigerated until ready to eat.  Servings:  12

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