Monday, September 1, 2008

Frozen Strawberry-Blueberry Pie

Yum. There is nothing better than a creamy, fruity pie on a graham cracker crust (that I didn't have to make). This pie lasted us a while, primarily because Tony didn't really eat much of it. I did find through a lovely trial and error experience that this pie MUST be stored in the freezer. It can remain in the fridge for a few hours, but the ingredients will separate into a watery ick-filled mess. Then, you'll have to mourn the two slices you could have had, or perhaps attempt to eat the top part and realize your decision was a grave, disgusting mistake.

I adapted this recipe from a cooks.com recipe.

Reagents:
1 single serving carton of strawberry yogurt
1 single serving carton of blueberry yogurt (there are 2 in the picture, because that's w
1 8 oz container of Cool Whip
3/4 c. chopped fresh strawberries (and one whole strawberry for garnish)
1/3 c. pureed blueberries
Pre-made graham cracker crust


Method:

1. Mix about 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 cup of the whipped topping with the strawberry yogurt until blended.

*Yes, this looks dreamy because that's the way it ACTUALLY LOOKED! Okay. Maybe there was a little Photoshop editing...*
2. Fold in the chopped strawberries, and spread the mixture into the graham crust.
3. Puree the blueberries in a fabulous Kitchen Aid food processor ;).

4. Mix about a 1/2 c to 1 c whipped topping with the blueberry yogurt, and fold in blueberry puree.

*NOTE: This is the point when I realized, holy moly, I have WAY too much blueberry goodness to fit in my tiny pie crust. I ended up "filling up" the crust with the mixture to the brim, and saving the rest of the blueberry concoction in my freezer. No shame in saving some for later :).*

5. Add decorative strawberry top in the center, and freeze.

We didn't eat this pie until the next day, so it was sure to have been frozen all the way. The original recipe states that it needs to freeze for at least 4 hours to be firm. Once fully frozen, allow to thaw in the fridge for about an hour before serving. Remember: DO NOT STORE IN THE FRIDGE! It will separate, and it will be disappointing.