Fresh Strawberry Pie
Fresh Strawberry Pie – a mound of glazed, fresh strawberries nestled in a crispy tender crust & topped with whipped cream. It is as beautiful as it is delicious. Fresh Strawberry Pie, oh how I love, love, love, love, love you!! As a child, I loved fresh, juicy, sweet, bright red strawberries even more than…
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