1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. strawberries, crushed
1 pkg. strawberry Jello
1 c. hot water
3 egg yolks, slightly beaten
3 egg whites
9 inch baked pie shell or graham cracker shell

Sprinkle 4 tablespoons sugar over berries, let stand 10 minutes. Dissolve Jello in hot water. Drain 1/4 cup juice from berries. Add to egg yolks. Cook in double boiler until thickened, stirring constantly. Remove from heat and add Jello. Chill until slightly thickened. Fold in berries. Beat egg whites and salt until foamy. Add remaining 4 tablespoons sugar gradually, beating until soft peaks form. Fold into Jello mixture. Turn into a cold pie shell and chill until firm. Garnish with whipped topping.