Cherry Pie with Whipped Topping

Pie

 * pre-baked single pie crust
 * 2 cans (16 oz) unsweetened red cherries
 * 1 cup liquid from the cherries
 * 1 tbsp cornstarch
 * ¼ tsp almond flavoring
 * 1 cup sugar substitute

Whipped Topping

 * ½ cup instant dry milk
 * ½ cup cold water
 * 2 tbsp lemon juice
 * 2 tbsp sugar
 * ¼ cup dry sugar substitute (opt)
 * ½ tsp vanilla

Directions

 * 1) Drain cherries well, reserving 1 cup liquid.
 * 2) Set cherries aside and combine 1 cup liquid and cornstarch.
 * 3) Cook and stir over moderate heat until thickened and transparent and the starchy taste is gone.
 * 4) Remove from heat and add sugar substitute, almond flavoring and cherries.
 * 5) Taste and add more sweetener, if desired.
 * 6) Cool to room temperature.
 * 7) Spread filling evenly in crust.
 * 8) Let set at least 15 minutes.

Topping

 * 1) Combine dry milk and water and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
 * 2) Beat at high speed for 4 minutes.
 * 3) Add lemon juice to whipped milk and beat at high speed for 4 minutes.
 * 4) Stir in the sugar and sugar substitute while it is being beaten.
 * 5) Add vanilla to whipped topping and refrigerate until use.