Lemon Butter

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: 25 mins
• 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.