Make the crust yourself or buy it
The strawberry pie crust is important. You are going to place the strawberries on the crust. Since nowadays baked crusts are available at the stores, many homemakers avoid baking. However, homemade crusts and those available at stores are different. Stores cannot supply the authenticity and love to the crust. You need to decide whether you want to bake it yourself or get it from the store. Preparing and baking takes some time. If you want to have the pie quickly, you can easily use a baked crust from the stores. However, if there is no time to visit the store, you need to prepare the crust. It is quite easy, just follow the instructions.
Finding the best strawberries
You need to find the best strawberries in the market. This is an important aspect often overlooked while making a strawberry pie. Not all strawberries are the same. In fact, it may surprise you to note that there are about 600 varieties of these berries. Of course, you cannot find all these varieties at the store. Still, most stores keep an assortment of these berries. Try choosing the smaller berries for a more intense flavor and taste. Bigger berries have a somewhat diluted flavor. While buying, pick up shiny and plump berries with fresh green caps still attached. Refrain from buying unripe or shriveled berries.
Making it right
Like any other dish, a strawberry pie ought to be done right. Otherwise, the dish will be just strawberries swimming in a pink soup. You do not want that, so make sure to follow the instructions properly. Do not miss on the right amount of cornstarch, for example. The combination of cornstarch and water is very important. Neither should you overdo it nor should you add an inadequate amount. Also, you need to mash some of the berries and boil them. You need to add the cornstarch plus water mixture to the boiling strawberries. Inadequately mashed strawberries can also hamper the dish. Be generous while mashing. The right combination of strawberries and cornstarch is necessary to prepare a beautiful pie.
The final presentation
All done, you have to present the strawberry pie to the guests. Have some time in hand because you need to chill the strawberries before serving. You may decide to add the whipped cream, or you may not. If you are adding the cream, you need to decide whether to add before chilling. Some people prefer fresh whipped cream, and others prefer chilled cream settled with the dish. It is up to you to decide. You may also be adventurous and add some chocolate sauce over the pie. The combination of chocolate and strawberries can be great, but do not overdo.
Making a strawberry pie is incredibly easy. However, you need to add the right amounts of ingredients for a perfect dish. Maintain a balance between the various ingredients. For example, if the pie crust is thicker, then add more berries. When the crust is not so thick, add only a few berries. Your objective is to create a perfect combination taste!
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