Lemon Curd

A favorite recipe from Magnolia & Ivy is Microwave Lemon Curd.

I have tried other lemon curd recipes in the microwave with good results.

The lemon curd has been made and will be used in cupcakes for a special tea I will be serving my Aunt Arlene on Friday. When I was working regularly I said I would take tea to elderly in nursing homes. My Aunt Arlene lives in a retirement community. The retirement community has agreed to let me set up a small table in the garden. I will report back later with pictures.

Microwave Lemon Curd

3 eggs

1/2 cup fresh or bottled lemon juice

1 stick butter, melted

1 cup sugar

Beat eggs in a glass bowl until frothy. Stir in lemon juice, sugar, and melted butter. Microwave on high for three minutes. Remove and stir with a wire whisk. Microwave again for three minutes. Whish again. Repeat if necessary. Don't forget that mixture will thicken when it cools.

Store in refrigerator up to two weeks. Serve in a small crystal dish and garnish with a small fresh pansy or viola.

Beside serving it in a bowl, you could use as I will in a cupcake or in a tart shell. I have even heard of lemon curd sandwiches.

Enjoy!