Lemon Curd
Serving Size / Yield
1
Ingredients
- 3 eggs, slightly beaten
- 1/2 C. fresh lemon juice
- zest of one lemon
- 3/4 C. sugar
- 1/4 C. butter, cut into cubes
Directions
In the top part of a double boiler, combine eggs and lemon juice. Whisk and blend. Add lemon zest, sugar, and butter. Cook over hot water until thickened, whisking constantly. Test doneness by inserting a metal spoon into curd. It should coat the back of the spoon like custard. Cool and refrigerate until ready to use.






