1 baked pie shell
1 qt. whole medium strawberries
1 c. whole strawberries, any size
3/4 c. water
3 tbsp. cornstarch
1 c. sugar
1 (8 oz.) pkg. cream cheese (room temperature)

Simmer 1 cup strawberries and 3/4 cup water. Separately combine cornstarch and sugar; add gradually to simmering berries, stirring gently until clear color.

Spread cream cheese on bottom of cooled pie crust. Pour whole strawberries on top of cream cheese. Pour liquid mixture over all. Refrigerate 1-2 hours. Top with whip cream.