When life hands me lemons, I make lemonade….ummmm….actually I make lemon curd! Fresh lemon curd is the best! Enjoy it on english muffins, angel food cake, fresh gingerbread, and scones, of course! This recipe makes a large amount, so use it lavishly and share. We make our lemon curd in the microwave rather than on the stove top; quick and easy!
Ingredients:
5 large eggs
1 cup sugar
2/3 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
zest of one or two lemons (if you want to take the time)
1 cube unsalted butter
Equipment:
Food processor or blender
Small microwave safe bowl or cup
Large pyrex/glass mixing bowl
Whisk
Microwave (Yes!)
Into blender put eggs, sugar, lemon juice and zest. Blend together for 30 seconds. Melt butter in small bowl in microwave. With blender running gradually pour in melted butter. Pour mixture into large pyrex bowl and place in microwave. Cook on high for 3 minutes. Whisk well. Continue cooking on high for 3 to 5 minutes, but stop every 30 seconds and whisk. Each microwave is a little different, but you want your lemon curd to be thick, but smooth and creamy. When you plop a spoonful on top, it should like the photo below.
Pour your fresh curd into clean containers, refrigerate and enjoy! Stays fresh and yummy for one week. Oh! I almost forgot! Lemon curd is absolutely grand on fresh, spring strawberries!
Francie M. says
My mouth is watering….adding lemons to my shopping list.
Aunt T says
Dori,
This sounds yummy!
I drafted an emaiil to those Bliss Sisters that I would like to stay in contact with and could not loate your email addy.
I just wanted to let you know that I asked that my Bliss Guild membership be deactivated and voila it has happened. I wish you nothing but the best. I have included my blog and email addresses, in case you’d like to stay in touch. If it would be ok with you if I added your blog or website link to favorites on my blog, can you please email me with the info?
I hope that one day our paths cross again. I thank you for the many years you coached and inspired me.
Hugs,
Teresa
(Formerly Tesschap)
http://www.aunttspaperarts.blogspot.com/
tchapman@adelphia.net
C'est Chouette says
Do you know~ I have never even considered there was a recipe for lemon curd~ it comes in a jar!! I am stunned I have never thought of making it from scratch~ I can’t wait to try it.
DivaDeb says
Soooooo, Miss Queen of All Things Tea…..when are all of your fabulous recipes going to be in cookbook form?!!!!!
OldBagNewTricks says
Dori, This recipe was included in the Sunday Morning Big Deal Breakfast. It was the talk of the table. Thank you — this was wonderful!
The ParTea Planner says
Looks delish, I will have to try it. Thank you for posting the recipe. *Risa