2 tbsp. cornstarch
3/4 c. sugar
1 1/2 c. water
1 (6 oz.) pkg. cherry flavored gelatin
1 qt. (4 c.) fresh or frozen pitted, chopped red tart cherries
2 c. whipped topping
2 (8") pie shells, baked

Bring cornstarch, sugar and water to a boil over a low heat. Boil about 2 minutes until thick and clear. Stir in gelatin dessert until dissolved. Add cherries. Chill until mixture starts to set, then fold in whipped topping. Pour into pie shells. Chill. Yield: 2 (8") pies.