LEMON CURD
This curd is so easy to make and has a very good lemony flavor. ***ONLY USE FRESH LEMONS***
Provided by Karla Everett
Categories Other Sauces
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- 1. Roll 2-3 room temperature lemons on your counter to loosen juice in side ; Using a fine grater , grate lemon rind to get your zest before you cut the lemons , cut lemons and squeeze the lemons through a strainer to catch any seeds and lemon pulp.
- 2. In the top of a double broiler combine the eggs , sugar and then add the FRESHLY squeezed lemon juice.
- 3. Cook over simmering hot water ( WHISKING the whole time so it don't curdle ) for 10 minutes or longer ; it will become the consistency of thick pudding. You can use a thermometer and measure the curd , it should reach around 170°. Note: It may take longer than the 10 minutes of stirring time , try getting the curd to the same simmering temp before you start timing , because sometimes when you use a double broiler its hard to get it up to the proper temp.( I don't always use a D.B. just don't bring it to a boil or let it scorch if using direct heat.)
- 4. Remove from the heat and whisk the butter into the curd until butter is dissolved ; Mix in the shredded lemon zest.
- 5. Let cool ; it will continue to get thicker as it cools.
- 6. Pour into a small jar and seal tightly or cover with plastic wrap ( laying on top ; touching the curd ) so it does not form a skin like pudding does when its not covered.
- 7. Refrigerate and can be stored for up to 7 days.
- 8. Curd can be used in filling in donuts , jelly rolls , cakes , ect...
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