Strawberry Pie & Crust

INGREDIENTS:

PIE:

1 qt. strawberries
1 c. sugar
3 tbsp. cornstarch
2 tbsp. Karo syrup (white)
1 c. water
3 tbsp. strawberry Jello

CRUST:

1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1/2 c. oil
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. milk

DIRECTIONS:

Mix crust. Sift flour; add oil, salt, sugar and milk. Blend well. Press in pan with back of spoon. Bake at 400 degrees until brown.

FILLING: In heavy saucepan add sugar, cornstarch, Karo and water. Bring to boil until thick and clear. (You may add red food coloring.) Set off fire and add 3 tablespoons Jello. Let cool. Add 1 quart cleaned and drained strawberries (fresh). Pour into crust and refrigerate. May also use peaches, pineapple or lemon.