Lemon Curd

By englandt

Ingredients

• 1/3 C Lemon Juice
• 1 T cornstarch
• 1 C sugar
• grated zest of 2 lemons
• 6 egg yolks
• 1/2 C unsalted butter cut into 1/2" pieces

Preparation

Step 1

In the top of a double boiler, whisk lemon and cornstarch. Add sugar, zest and yolks. Whisk to combine. Bring boiler to a simmer, whisk mixture until thick enough to coat a wooden spoon, about 20 min. Whisk in the butter, one or two pieces at a time. When the butter is combined, transfer to bowl, cover with wrap and refrigerate.