Nanny's Strawberry Crunch

To make the CRUST, combine:
1 C. butter, melted
1 C. chopped nuts
2 C. self-rising flour (OR 2 C. flour, 3 tsp. baking powder, 1 tsp. salt)

Press into 9x13 pan. Bake 8-10 minutes at 350 degrees.

To make the FILLING:
2 C. sugar (I use less!)
2 C. water
1/3 C. cornstarch
dash salt
1 (3-oz.) box strawberry Jello
1 T. lemon juice
1 quart strawberries, sliced

1) Cook sugar, water, cornstarch, and salt until clear and thick.

2) Add gelatin and lemon juice.

3) Cool filling and crust.

4) Cover crust with sliced berries.

5) Pour filling over berries.

6) Refrigerate 3-4 hours.

7) Serve each slice with a dollop of freshly whipped cream, if desired.