Key Lime Curd Pie

Directions

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   1. In a double boiler (or a heat-proof glass bowl if you don't have a double boiler), whisk together juice, eggs, and sugar until well combined.
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   2. Set over simmering water and add butter.
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   3. Whisk constantly until thickened. This usually takes quite a while (20 minutes at least). Just be patient and keep whisking.
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   4. Remove from heat and whisk in zest.
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   5. Pour curd into pie shell and bake at 375F until set and just golden (about 22 minutes).
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   6. Die of happiness.
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   This is adapted from a lemon tart recipe on www.userealbutter.com