Lemon Curd

This is great for bread, tarts, cookies, or just as is.

LEMON CURD 

Ingredients:

*4 large egg yolks

*2/3 cup granulated sugar

*Zest from 2 lemons

*Juice squeezed from 2-3 lemons (about 1/3 cup)

*6 tablespoons butter, sliced 

Directions:

~Fill a double boiler with about 2 inches of water (or use a medium pot and a glass bowl that can fit over the pot ).

~Bring the water to a boil, and then turn down to a simmer.

~Place eggs, granulated sugar, lemon zest and lemon juice into top of double boiler.

~Whisk mixture until completely blended.

~Continue whisking until mixture becomes thick (9-11 minutes).

~Remove from heat and whisk in butter until melted.

~Pour curd into a glass jar or bowl and place plastic wrap directly on curd (this prevents a skin from forming).

~Refrigerate until ready to use.