Pineapple Curd

Submitted by Bowie Girl

"Try this tangy tropical curd over pound cake and topped with toasted coconut and chopped macadamia nuts."

 

• Ready In: 6hrs 10mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Yields: 2 1/2 Cups

ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons butter

directions

1. Combine the first 3 ingredients in a medium, heavy saucepan, stirring with a whisk.
2. Stir in juices and eggs; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly with a whisk.
3. Reduce heat, and simmer 1 minute or until thick, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; add butter, stirring gently until butter melts.
4. Spoon mixture into a medium bowl; cool. Cover and chill for at least 6 hours or overnight (the mixture will thicken as it cools).