Raspberry Parfait Pie

Debbie Smith's Note:

Light on texture but not on taste, this is another fantastic dessert from my grandmother. It's a wonderful addition to any summer meal.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 20 mins
• Prep Time: 20 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hrs

Ingredients:

Yield: 1 pie

• 1 (3 ounce) package raspberry Jell-O gelatin
• 1 ¼ cups water
• whipped cream
• 1 pint vanilla ice cream
• 1 ½ cups whole fresh raspberries
• 1 pie shell

Directions:

1. Heat 1 1/4 cup water to boiling.
2. Add jello and stir until dissolved.
3. Add ice cream and stir until it is all melted.
4. Chill until mixture is thickened but not set, about 25-35 minutes.
5. Fold in 1 1/2 cup raspberries, sweetened if desired.
6. Pour into pre-baked pie shell.
7. Chill until firm, 20-30 minutes.
8. Top with whipped cream and additional berries if desired.