Making Big Boy’s Strawberry Pie is an enjoyable process, especially when you follow these straightforward steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Prepare the Pie Crust: Place the pre-made pie crust in a 9-inch pie dish. Poke a few holes in the bottom with a fork to prevent bubbling.
3. Blind Bake the Crust: Pre-bake the crust for about 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
4. Mix the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt. Gently toss until all strawberries are coated.
5. Fill the Pie: Once the crust is cool, pour the strawberry mixture into it, spreading it out evenly.
6. Bake the Pie: Return the pie to the oven and bake for 30-40 minutes, until the filling is bubbly and thickens nicely.
7. Cool the Pie: Remove the pie from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will help the filling set up properly.
8. Serve: Slice into wedges and serve with whipped cream if desired.

Each step brings you closer to enjoying this incredible dessert that will surely impress your family and friends!