Step 1

Cut the tops off the strawberries, so they are flat. If the strawberries are assorted sizes (as they usually are), cut the tops off deeper, so they will all be about the same height in the shell. This should be within reason. The smaller ones can go toward the center. Set aside.

Step 2

Place all the ingredients in the top of a double boiler over simmering water. Stir until melted. Alternately, place all the ingredients in a microwave bowl and microwave on half power for about 3 minutes. Whisk gently until smooth. Don't be too aggressive, as you don't want air bubbles in the finished ganache. It may need additional time depending upon the power of the microwave. Give it short bursts at half power at this point.

Step 3

Spread a thin layer of the chocolate ganache on the bottom of the shell. Refrigerate while preparing the strawberries. Keep the remaining glaze at room temperature.

Step 4

Line the pie shell with the strawberries, so they are touching starting at the outer edge of the crust with the largest berries and move in to the center. Spoon the chocolate over the strawberries. Refrigerate to set up.

Step 5

If you have dripped chocolate on the shell, simply take a paring knife and very carefully scrape it off after the pie has been chilled, removing chocolate drips.

Step 6

And there you have it - a perfect Chocolate Strawberry Pie!

Step 7

Bring to room temperature to serve but store in the refrigerator.