LUSCIOUS LEMON CURD

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Got this recipe from an English friend of mine. This lemon spread is wonderful on scone or toast, and muffins. I have made it for several years as some of my Christmas gifts. I have never deviated from this recipe, and it's so good and rich!

Provided by Recipe Baroness

Categories     Jellies

Time 35m

Yield 4 jelly jars

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 cups sugar
12 egg yolks, slightly beaten and strained
1 cup lemon juice (fresh is best)
1/2 lb butter
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and egg yolks in a medium sized pan.
  • Stir in the lemon juice gradually and cook over a low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture coats the back of your spoon and registers 168 degrees on a candy thermometer.
  • Do not let this mixture boil.
  • Remove mixture from the heat, and wisk until it is slightly cooled.
  • Stir in the butter and grated lemon zest.
  • Cool completely and place in jars for yourself and gift giving.

Steve Gipson
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This lemon curd is a keeper! It's so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious. I've been using it on everything from toast to pancakes to ice cream.


Eve E
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This lemon curd is simply delicious! It's so smooth and creamy, with a perfect balance of tart and sweet. I love it on toast, scones, and pancakes.


manuel pilato
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This lemon curd is fantastic! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I love the way it brightens up my pancakes and waffles.


Ernest Vasquez
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This lemon curd is incredible! It's the perfect combination of tangy and sweet. I love using it as a filling for pies and tarts.


MD Dulal Hossen
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This lemon curd is delightful! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart, and it's so easy to make. I love spreading it on toast or using it as a filling for tarts and cakes.


Bradley Johnstone
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This lemon curd is amazing! It's so easy to make and it tastes like it came from a bakery. I love the way it brightens up my morning toast.


Huzafa Awan
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This lemon curd is delicious! I made it for my family and they all loved it. It's the perfect balance of tart and sweet. I will definitely be making this again.


MD Shawon A
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I made this lemon curd for a tea party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The curd was smooth and creamy with a lovely tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Nevaeh Kkay
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Wow! This lemon curd is amazing! It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I love the balance of tart and sweet. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Remedios Gaza
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This lemon curd is absolutely divine! The tangy, sweet, and creamy texture is perfect for spreading on toast, dolloping on scones, or using as a filling for tarts and cakes. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.


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