Ingredients
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/2 cup sugar1 cup mashed ripe bananas (2 to 3 medium)1 teaspoon lemon juice1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)STRAWBERRY TOPPING:2 tablespoons sugar1 teaspoon cornstarch1-1/4 cups sliced fresh strawberries5 drops red food coloring, optional
Preparation
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Combine bananas and lemon juice; stir into cream cheese mixture. Fold in whipped topping. Pour into crust. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until set.
In a large saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in strawberries and food coloring if desired. Let stand for 5 minutes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Cool. Drizzle some over pie. Cut into wedges; serve with remaining topping.