Lemon Curd

Baking By kats0916 Updated 10 Nov 2006 , 8:19pm by kats0916

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kats0916 Posted 9 Nov 2006 , 4:32pm
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I make my own lemon and key lime curd, but can never seem to get it quite thick enough. I use it as a filling in cakes and would like to get more of the store-bought consistency, but I hate the store-bought flavor. I have tried adding cornstarch, but I think the amount I would need would affect the flavor. Anyone have suggestions??

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dianagreen Posted 9 Nov 2006 , 4:38pm
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try tapioca powder - it helps thicken up pies - hope this helps

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MikeRowesHunny Posted 9 Nov 2006 , 4:41pm
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Have you tried cooking it for longer? As the liquid content evaporates it should become thicker. Alternatively, add another egg yolk.

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whtrbbt420 Posted 9 Nov 2006 , 4:51pm
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I had a TON of problems with my lemon curd untill I found this recipe. I haven't looked back sense icon_lol.gif

http://www.taunton.com/finecooking/recipes/lemon_curd.aspx

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moydear77 Posted 9 Nov 2006 , 9:17pm
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I add butter and that makes it nice and thick after refridgeration.

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kats0916 Posted 10 Nov 2006 , 8:19pm
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Thanks!! I will try the recipe you posted. I have tried adding extra egg yolk and I always cook it to boiling then put through a chinois, but the method of the recipe suggested here is so different that it might be what makes the difference.

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