The warmer weather inspires us to go into pie-baking mode, before the summer heat makes us avoid turning on the oven.

Have you ever made a strawberry pie? It couldn’t be easier: Just toss fresh strawberries with sugar and cornstarch. (We also add the zest of a lemon or orange, or a tablespoon of orange liqueur.)

Make two pies: One to serve at home with strawberry or vanilla ice cream or whipped cream; the other as a gift for someone special.