STRAWBERRY SLAB PIE

STRAWBERRY SLAB PIE for the crust: 2 1/4 cup all purpose flour 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup cold butter, cut into cubes for the pie: 6 oz strawberry jello 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/3 cup cornstarch 1/2 tsp salt 20 oz sprite (2½ cups) 32 oz strawberries, washed and tops removed Whipped topping or whipped cream for garnish. for the crust: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Add all ingredients to a mixer bowl or food processor, mix until crumbly. Press into a half sheet pan (about 18 x 12). Prick all over with a fork. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly browned. for the pie: Add a jello, sugar, cornstarch, salt and Sprite to a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil and whisk until stir thickened. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature. Slice strawberries. Arrange over crust. Pour filling over strawberries Refrigerate 2 hours or until set. Garnish with whipped topping.