Lemon Curd

Directions

1. 1
   In heavy saucepan or double boiler, combine butter, sugar, lemon juice and egg yolks.
2. 2
   Cook over low - simmering heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens enough to heavily coat the back of a spoon.
3. 3
   Use wood spoon to stir mixture.
4. 4
   Don't let mixture boil or it will curdle.
5. 5
   Pour curd into small bowl or jar and stir in zest.
6. 6
   Use as is with toast, scones, tarts, cake fillings or mix with 1/2 cup whipped cream or 1/4 cup Cool Whip. Also good to add to parfait.