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Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 30 Minutes |
Ready In: 35 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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Got this recipe from an English friend of mine. This lemon spread is wonderful on scone or toast, and muffins. I have made it for several years as some of my Christmas gifts. I have never deviated from this recipe, and it's so good and rich! Ingredients:
2 cups sugar |
12 egg yolks, slightly beaten and strained |
1 cup lemon juice (fresh is best) |
1/2 lb butter |
2 tablespoons grated lemon zest |
Directions:
1. Combine sugar and egg yolks in a medium sized pan.
2. Stir in the lemon juice gradually and cook over a low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture coats the back of your spoon and registers 168 degrees on a candy thermometer.
3. Do not let this mixture boil.
4. Remove mixture from the heat, and wisk until it is slightly cooled.
5. Stir in the butter and grated lemon zest.
6. Cool completely and place in jars for yourself and gift giving.
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