Lemon or Lime Curd

A fun and tangy alternative to butter or jam, lemon or lime curd is absolutely delicious on scones.

Ingredients

Zest and juice from 2 lemons

     Note: For Lime Curd, substitute equal amount of lime zest and juice.

1 scant cup sugar

¾ cup butter

2 eggs, beaten

Procedure

1. Grate lemon zest, squeeze lemon juice into glass or metal  bowl, stir in sugar.

2. Cut butter into small pieces and add to bowl.

3. Set bowl over a saucepan ¼ filled with simmering water, stir until butter is melted and sugar is dissolved. Add eggs.

4. Cook gently, stirring 10-15 minutes, until mixture is thick and creamy.

5. Pour into clean warm jars and seal while hot. Keep in the refrigerator.