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Lemon Curd

This curd can be prepared several days in advance and stored in the refrigerator; use any extra as a spread for your morning toast.

Martha Stewart Living, July 2002 http://www.marthastewart.com/348239/lemon-curd
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  • Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

    • 3 large egg yolks, strained
    • Zest of 1/2 lemon
    • 1/4 cup lemon juice
    • 6 tablespoons sugar
    • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold, cut into pieces

Directions

  1. Combine yolks, lemon zest, lemon juice, and sugar in a small saucepan. Whisk to combine. Set over medium heat, and stir constantly with a wooden spoon, making sure to stir sides and bottom of pan. Cook until mixture is thick enough to coat back of wooden spoon, 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Remove saucepan from heat. Add butter, one piece at a time, stirring with the wooden spoon until consistency is smooth.
  3. Transfer mixture to a medium bowl. Lay a sheet of plastic wrap directly on the surface of the curd to avoid a skin from forming; wrap tightly. Let cool; refrigerate until firm and chilled, at least 1 hour.

Cook's Note

Store refrigerated in an airtight container up to 2 days.

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