Lemon Curd

Submitted by Karen M.
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Nutritional Values (per serving)

This Lemon Curd will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
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Ingredients:

(For 1 Portion)
Qty Unit Ingredient
5 large Eggs
5 large Egg » yolk
2 cups Sugar
1 cup Lemon Juice » fresh
2 teaspoons Lemon Zest  
8 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
Prep Time Process Time Overall Time
15 Minutes 15 Minutes 30 minutes

Directions:

1. Combine the eggs, egg yolks and sugar in a heat proof bowl and whisk until smooth and the sugar is dissolved.

2. Add the lemon juice and lemon zest and mix.

3. Place the bowl over a pot of boiling water or in the top of a double boiler and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture thickens.

4. This mixture will not curdle, so you don't have to worry about it overcooking a little.

5. Remove the bowl from the boiling water and add the butter.

6. Stir until the better is melted.

7. If your lemon curd is not totally smooth, strain it through a fine sieve or mesh strainer, it will be fine.

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