One of my favorite times of the year is strawberry season. I love strawberry pie, strawberry shortcake, strawberry smoothies, and everything else made from fresh strawberries, yum! This time of year the strawberries are loaded with flavor, and by the end of May will be ripening in my backyard garden.

Football star Drew Brees just returned from  a USO tour to visit with the troops. Besides being a famous personality, Drew Brees is a father and family man himself.  He’s teaming up with Walmart to ask families across the country to think about who they would invite if they could save enough money in their Easter shopping to be able to include one more person to dinner.

The best part, is in partnership with Walmart, Drew to share his favorite recipe for Strawberry Pie! What better way is there to stretch your budget and make a fabulous dessert at the same time.

Brees’ Family Strawberry Pie

Ingredients

• 1 Ready-made pie crust

First Layer of filling

• 1 Cup Coconut Milk
• 3 Eggs
• 1/4 Cup Sugar
• 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Flavoring
• 1 Tablespoon Cornstarch

Second Layer of Filling

• 3 Cups Fresh Strawberries, hulled

Third Layer of Filling

• 1 Cup Fresh Strawberries, smashed or pureed
• 2 Tablespoons Cornstarch
• 3/4 Cup water

Directions

1. In medium saucepan, combine ingredients for first layer. Heat over medium heat until mixture begins to thicken, stirring constantly to avoid curdling. Spread evenly on bottom of pie crust. Allow to cool to room temperature. Arrange fresh whole strawberries, tops down, in even manner on top of first layer. Set aside.
2. In small saucepan, combine ingredients for third layer. Stir well and cook over medium heat until mixture thickens. Spoon evenly over strawberries and refrigerate for at least two hours to chill. Top with (dairy free) whip cream and serve.

Note: All ingredients can be bought at Walmart for unbeatably low prices.