Barbara Jones
@ba_jo
Classic English Lemon Curd
This Classic English Lemon Curd is a delightful, tangy spread made from fresh lemons, eggs, and butter. Perfect for spreading on toast, filling pastries, or simply enjoying by the spoonful!
Details
- Cuisine:british
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:easy
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:5
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Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time8 min.
- Total time28 min.
- Servings48
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups
- 6
- 1 cup
- 1 cup
- 1/4 cup
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Classic English Lemon Curd.
Step 1
Begin by gathering a 2-quart saucepan and combining freshly squeezed lemon juice, beaten eggs, softened butter, white sugar, and fragrant grated lemon zest.
Step 2
Place the saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring continuously as the mixture gently warms.
Step 3
Keep an eye on it, as you want it to thicken and reach a gentle boil, which should take around 8 minutes.
Step 4
Once the curd has thickened to a luscious consistency, remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool to room temperature.
Step 5
Stir occasionally to prevent a skin from forming on the surface; this cooling process will take about 30 minutes.
Step 6
When the lemon curd has cooled, carefully pour it into clean jars, seal them tightly, and store in the refrigerator for delightful use later.
Step 7
This zesty curd is perfect for spreading on toast, dolloping on desserts, or simply enjoying by the spoonful.