LIME CURD TART
Another Ina Garten winner. I have adapted this from her FoodTv show. This is such a refreshing treat. For more of her recipes, see "The Barefoot Contessa Cookbook." She is very inspiring! Pay particular attention to her ingenious method of getting lime zest. So much easier, even in the world of microplanes.
Provided by spatchcock
Categories Tarts
Time 55m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, mix the butter and sugar together until they are just combined. Add the vanilla. In a medium bowl, sift together the flour and salt, then add them to the butter-and-sugar mixture. Mix on low speed until the dough starts to come together. Dump onto a surface dusted with flour and shape into a flat disk. Press the dough into a 10-inch-round or 9-inch-square false-bottom tart pan, making sure that the finished edge is flat. Chill until firm. (Note: I prepared my pan with a little baking spray, just to be sure it wouldn't stick.).
- Butter 1 side of a square of aluminum foil to fit inside the tart and place it, buttered side down, on the pastry. Fill with beans or rice. Bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and beans, prick the tart all over with the tines of a fork, and bake again for 20 to 25 minutes more, or until lightly browned. Allow to cool to room temperature.
- Remove the zest of 4 limes with a vegetable peeler or zester, being careful to avoid the white pith. Squeeze the limes to make 1/2 cup of juice and set the juice aside. Put the zest in a food processor fitted with a steel blade. Add the sugar and process for 2 to 3 minutes, until the zest is very finely minced. In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, cream the butter with the sugar and lime zest. Add-- the eggs, 1 at a time, and then add the lime juice and salt. Mix until combined.
- Pour the mixture into a 2-quart saucepan and cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 10 minutes. The lime curd will thicken at about 175 degrees F, or just below a simmer. Remove from the heat and set aside.
- Fill the tart shell with lime curd and allow to set at room temperature. Once set, serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
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Ssemakula Ronald
[email protected]This tart is a delight! The lime flavor is so refreshing and the crust is perfectly flaky and buttery. I've made it for my family and friends several times and it's always a huge hit.
KoThaw Zin
[email protected]This tart is a must-try! The lime flavor is so refreshing and the crust is perfectly flaky and buttery. I've made it for my family and friends several times and it's always a huge hit.
Borun biswas
[email protected]This tart is a dream come true! The lime flavor is so refreshing and the crust is perfectly flaky and buttery. I've made it for my family and friends several times and it's always a huge hit.
Sara Hartman
[email protected]This tart is a masterpiece! The lime flavor is so unique and refreshing, and the crust is perfectly flaky and buttery. I've made it for my family and friends several times and it's always a huge hit.
Steven Wolf
[email protected]This tart is amazing! The lime flavor is so unique and refreshing, and the crust is perfectly flaky and buttery. I've made it for my family and friends several times and it's always a huge hit.
Shakilkm 04
[email protected]This tart is a dream come true! The lime flavor is so refreshing and the crust is perfectly flaky and buttery. I've made it for my family and friends several times and it's always a huge hit.
Sana taw
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always delicious. The lime flavor is perfectly balanced and the crust is always flaky and golden brown.
Zoe Mitchell
[email protected]This tart is a masterpiece! The lime flavor is so unique and refreshing, and the crust is perfectly flaky and buttery. I've made it for my family and friends several times and it's always a huge hit.
Mike Fernandez
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are stunning. The lime flavor is so refreshing and the crust is perfectly flaky. I've made it several times already and it's always a hit.
wisley Paul
[email protected]This tart is absolutely divine! The lime flavor is perfectly balanced and the crust is buttery and flaky. I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Nicole Faith
[email protected]This is my go-to recipe for lime tarts. The flavor is amazing and the crust is always perfect. I've made it for birthdays, potlucks, and even just as a special treat for my family.
Pronoy Das
[email protected]I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. My friends and family always rave about it when I serve it.
Sajan Tmg
[email protected]This tart was a hit at my dinner party! The lime flavor was incredibly refreshing and the crust was perfectly flaky. I highly recommend this recipe.