Dec 17, 2009

Lemon Curd

This thick, tangy spread is great spooned on toast and as a filling for tarts and cakes.

Credit: André Baranowski

1 1⁄3 cups sugar

1⁄4 cup lemon zest

8 egg yolks

6 eggs

1 1⁄2 cups fresh lemon juice

8 tbsp. unsalted butter,

  cut into 1⁄2" pieces and chilled

1. Whisk together the sugar, lemon zest, egg yolks, and eggs in a 4-qt. saucepan. Whisk in the lemon juice and cook, stirring, over medium heat, until the mixture begins to simmer and thicken. Remove from heat; whisk in the butter 1 piece at a time until incorporated. Strain the curd through a sieve set over a large bowl; press plastic wrap onto surface. Chill before using.

MAKES ABOUT 4 CUPS