Lemon Curd

Lemon Curd Recipe
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Recipe Rating:
 5 Ratings
Categories: Fruit Desserts, Other Desserts, Fruit Sauces, Other Sauces, Quick & Easy, Healthy, Spreads
Keywords: lemon, curd
Serves: 1-1/2 cup
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Ingredients

3 large eggs
3/4 c sugar
1/3 c fresh lemon juice (from 2-3 lemons)
1 Tbsp lemon zest , finely grated
4 Tbsp unsalted butter ; cut into small pieces
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Karla59
Member Since Feb 2011
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Karla's Notes:

This curd is so easy to make and has a very good lemony flavor.

***ONLY USE FRESH LEMONS***

 

Directions

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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colleenlucky7
Colleen Sowa colleenlucky7
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
May 16, 2011
Yummmy yum yum!!!!!
Karla59
May 16, 2011
Oh it is too Colleen and so easy to make. :)
colleenlucky7
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May 16, 2011
Good... I love easy!!!! I made Leah Stacey's Marshmallow Fondant again today..... talk about good and easy..... it is my new "go to" recipe for fondants! It actually tastes good too!!! LOL

I am planning on making this recipe of yours soon.... I love lemon! Just have to decide what to make with it... HMMMMMM lol
Neeniejan
May 16, 2011
ha ha, Colleen, just make it & eat it with a spoon! I've done that a time or two...
colleenlucky7
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May 16, 2011
Hey! That will work!!! I will have to try it when I get home from Mayo Clinic tomorrow night...(well this week sometime... ). xo
Neeniejan
May 16, 2011
oh dear, I don't know the history on here, but if you're going to clinic, it can't be for fun...hope you are okay!
colleenlucky7
Colleen Sowa colleenlucky7
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
May 16, 2011
Hi Jan... I am ok... I was in a car wreck in 1989 that disabled me, one in 1997 that didn't help, and was hit by a car running a stop sign in 2004.... so I have health issues and disabilities... I go to Mayo quite a bit... I will be home tomorrow nigh. Thanks for your concern... but I am like a TIMEX watch... I take a lickin' but keep on tickin'!!! lol xo
Neeniejan
May 16, 2011
Well, Colleen, you've sure been knocked around! So glad it isn't some dread disease, though...you seem to have a good outlook and a great personality, as well as culinary expertise! Yep, Timex seems to be a good description...or the Energizer Bunny!! take care! xo
frenchtutor
May 16, 2011
Thanks for the lemon curd recipe. Now I won't have to buy the imported stuff anymore.
colleenlucky7
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May 17, 2011
Thanks Jan... My doctor told me today that I have to see more doctors... he wants neurology to check me out and spine doctors... He feels my neck/spine injuries and brain injuries are causing a lot of my problems..... I have been going numb, pain and shaking.... it happened during my exam.... There was a doctor there from Iran too... he is the only hand surgeon in Iran.... Government run hospital.
Karla59
May 17, 2011
Colleen and Jane I've eaten it right out of the jar before too haha :)

Your very welcome Susan , that can get really expensive. :)

Boy Colleen , You better stay away from cars !! Sorry to hear your going through so much medical issues , my prayers are with ya :)

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