Lemon Curd (14 September 2011)

Ingredients needed:

1. Eggs: 6,
2. Egg yolks: 2,
3. Sugar: 450g,
4. Butter: 225g,
5. Lemon zest: 15g,
6. Lemon juice: 180ml.

Equipment used:

• Large mixing bowl,
• Pot with simmering water,
• Balloon whisk,
• Wooden spoon, 
• Sift, 
• A big pot.

Method for recipe:

1. Using the balloon whisk and the large mixing bowl; whisk everything together,
2. Put the mixing bowl over the pot with the simmering water in (double boiler),
3. Stir frequently until a thick consistency (for about 20-25 minutes),
4. Put the sift over the big pot and pour the lemon curd through the sift into the big pot.