How to Make Cooked Lemon-Butter Spread
Impress your guests with the deliciously tangy taste of homemade lemon butter. Fruit butters and curds, as they are known in England, are traditional preserves that are made from just four basic ingredients -- fruit juice, butter, sugar and eggs. They contain no preservatives and can only be kept for up to a month in the refrigerator, so they should only be made in small quantities to avoid waste. Delicious served at breakfast or as an alternative to jam at afternoon tea, lemon butter, with its smooth texture, is sure to be a hit with your whole family. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- 2 1-lb. jars and lids
- Large microwave-safe bowl
- Lemon squeezer
- Fine grater
- 4 large lemons
- Microwave-safe plate
- Knife
- 4 eggs
- Jug
- Fork
- 8 oz. sugar
- 4 oz. butter
- Whisk
- Microwave
Instructions
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Wash and rinse the jars and lids well, then allow them to dry.
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Grate the lemon rind into the bowl.
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Cut the lemons in half and place them onto the plate. Heat them in the microwave on high for 20 seconds; this will help to release the juices. Squeeze the lemons and put the juice into the bowl.
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Beat the eggs in the jug and pour them into the lemon juice. Add the sugar and stir well.
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Cut the butter into small pieces and add to the lemon mix.
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Put the bowl into the microwave and heat on high for one minute. Whisk the mixture well. Return the bowl to the microwave and heat for another minute. Whisk again. Continue this process for five or six minutes until the mixture is thick. Be careful not to overcook because the eggs will scramble and ruin the smooth texture.
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Remove the bowl from the microwave and whisk until the mixture is cool and thick.
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Pour the butter into the jars. Allow to cool completely, then screw on the lids and label. You can store the butter in the refrigerator for up to one month.
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Tips & Warnings
Replace the lemons with limes, oranges, grapefruit or a mixture of citrus fruit to produce different flavored butters.
References
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