Lemon Butter

Submitted by HAPPY TRACE

"A very easy recipe handed down from my Nana. It makes a lovely fresh filling for tarts and cakes. For an extra special cake filling, gently mix together with whipped cream."

 

• Ready In: 25mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Yields: 2 cups

ingredients

• 3 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon lemon rind, grated
• 1⁄2 cup lemon juice
• 60 g butter, chopped

directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a heat-proof bowl.
2. Whisk constantly over simmering water until the mixture coats the back of a metal spoon.
3. Remove from the heat and pour into warm, sterilized jars.
4. When cool, store in the refrigerator till required.