Lemon curd caseiro de limão Meyer

Ingredientes

• 2 medium eggs
• 2 medium egg yolks
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• 6 tbsps unsalted butter, diced

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   In a heavy saucepan, combine the whole eggs, yolks and sugar and whisk to combine well. Stir in the zest and lemon juice.

2. 2

   Place the pan over medium-low heat and cook, whisking constantly, until the the sugar has melted, about 3 minutes.

3. 3

   Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the butter, 2 pieces at a time, stirring continuously until melted. Continue to cook and stir for 10 minutes or until the mixture is thickened and coats the back of a spoon.

4. 4

   Immediately remove the pan from the heat and strain the sauce through a mesh sieve, pressing on the sauce with a rubber spatula.

5. 5

   Transfer the lemon curd to a tight lidded container and refrigerate for 1 hour or until cold.