Seville Orange Curd

Directions

1. 1
   Beat eggs, yolks and sugar in a wide, shallow saucepan until smooth.
2. 2
   Add butter, orange juice and zest.
3. 3
   Place over low heat, and stir constantly until butter has melted and mixture has thickened.
4. 4
   (If mixture begins to curdle, place bottom of pan in cold water, and beat vigorously.) Remove thickened curd from heat, and pour through a fine strainer into a bowl.
5. 5
   Set aside to cool.
6. 6
   Note: A substitute for Seville orange juice may be made by combining 2 parts orange juice to 1 part lime juice.